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Gwangyang Passage Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇰🇷Yeosu-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Gwangyang Passage Lighthouse

Also known as: Kwangyang

Established in 1999, the Gwangyang Passage Lighthouse is a 24-meter-tall cylindrical concrete tower. It features a lantern and double gallery and is painted with distinctive red and black horizontal bands. The light itself emits a white flash every 5 seconds and has a focal height of 18 meters. This modern structure is located 1.5 kilometers from the nearest port, Samil, within the South Jeolla province. Its operational status confirms its role in maritime traffic management.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for the safe transit of vessels through the Gwangyang Passage, a critical waterway for accessing Gwangyang Bay, a major industrial port in South Korea.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1999

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Samil(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
M4310.82
NGA No.
17200.8

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
24m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and black horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and double gallery, painted with red and black horizontal bands

Location

City
Yeosu-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Latitude
34.8822°
Longitude
127.7593°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gwangyang Passage Lighthouse at night?+
Gwangyang Passage 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 Gwangyang Passage Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gwangyang Passage Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Samil at 1.5 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Gwangyang (2 NM W), Yeosu (9.6 NM SSW), Samcheonpo/Sacheon (16.3 NM E), GOSEONG (28.1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gwangyang Passage Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gwangyang Passage 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.
What shipping routes pass near Gwangyang Passage Lighthouse?+
Gwangyang Passage Lighthouse is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Gwangyang Passage Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gwangyang Passage 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.