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Gunung Belingkar Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Gunung Belingkar Lighthouse

Also known as: Gunung Belingkar (Balingkar Hill, Kotabaru)

A white, hexagonal pyramidal skeletal tower with a lantern and gallery stands 20 meters tall. Built in 1901, its focal height reaches 67 meters, offering a geographic range of 21 nautical miles. The lighthouse emits a white light with a single flash every 5 seconds. It is situated near Kotabaru, 1.6 kilometers from the nearest port. The structure is a hexagonal pyramidal skeletal tower with a lantern and gallery.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as the landfall light for vessels approaching Kotabaru and functions as the rear light for the Tanjung Pemancingan Range, aiding navigation in the local shipping lanes.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
67m
Geographic Range
21NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1901

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kotabaru(1.6 km)
ARLHS No.
IDO-105

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white

Structure: hexagonal pyramidal skeletal tower with lantern and gallery

Location

Country
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Latitude
-3.2292°
Longitude
116.2347°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gunung Belingkar Lighthouse at night?+
Gunung Belingkar 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 Gunung Belingkar Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gunung Belingkar Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is North Pulau Laut at 2.1 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include KOTABARU (2.6 NM SW), Tanjung Pemancingan (3.1 NM ENE), Setagin (5.2 NM SW), Pulau Laut (6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gunung Belingkar Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gunung Belingkar 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 Gunung Belingkar Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gunung Belingkar 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.