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Hòn Khoai Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇻🇳VNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hòn Khoai Lighthouse

Also known as: Hòn Khoai (Poulo Obi)

Constructed in 1904, the Hòn Khoai lighthouse stands on the island's highest point. The square tower, built of stone and granite, reaches a height of 16 meters, with its light positioned 300 meters above sea level. Its white light emits a single flash every 5 seconds and can be seen for over 40 nautical miles. The lighthouse complex includes a lantern and gallery atop the tower, connected to a one-story stone keeper's house. This structure served as an important navigational aid in the Gulf of Thailand.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns vessels of the hazardous Hòn Khoai Island and guides traffic along shipping routes connecting to the port of Can Tho. Its colonial-era architecture, featuring a square granite tower attached to a keeper's house, reflects historical maritime interests.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
300m
Geographic Range
40.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1904

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Can Tho(112.1 km)
Admiralty No.
F3042
NGA No.
20492
ARLHS No.
VIE-025

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
stone, granite

Structure: square granite tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 1-story stone keeper's house

Location

Country
🇻🇳VN
Latitude
8.4292°
Longitude
104.8323°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hòn Khoai Lighthouse at night?+
Hòn Khoai 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 Hòn Khoai Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hòn Khoai Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Nam Can Port at 25.7 NM to the NNE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hòn Khoai Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hòn Khoai 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 Hòn Khoai Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hòn Khoai 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.