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Gulpo Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇰🇷Imhoe-myeon, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gulpo Lighthouse

The Gulpo Lighthouse, operational since 2016, stands as a hexagonal metal tower painted white. Standing 8 meters tall, its light reaches a focal height of 21 meters. It emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 13.4 nautical miles. This structure is located on a headland near Gulpo village on the south coast of Jindo island. The nearest port, Daebul/Yeongam-gun, is 25.6 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This light assists vessels navigating the southern coast of Jindo near Gulpo village, marking the headland and preventing groundings.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2016

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Daebul/Yeongam-gun(25.6 km)
Admiralty No.
M4246.505
NGA No.
17546

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: hexagonal metal tower painted white

Location

City
Imhoe-myeon
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
south coast of Jindo, near Gulpo village, on a headland
Latitude
34.3605°
Longitude
126.2137°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gulpo Lighthouse at night?+
Gulpo displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Gulpo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gulpo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Galdoo at 15.5 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Hwahungpo (22.8 NM E), Chuja (25 NM S), Mokpo (25.4 NM NNE), Daebul/Yeongam-gun (25.8 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gulpo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gulpo Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Gulpo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gulpo Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.