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Imrang Hang Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Imrang Hang Breakwater Lighthouse

Located at the entrance to Imrang harbor, this navigational aid stands 8 meters tall. Rather than a conventional tower, it is an artistic sculpture depicting a leaping fish caught on a fishing line, with the light positioned on the fish's nose. The structure emits a green flash every three seconds. The breakwater site is accessible to the public, though the sculpture itself cannot be entered. This unique feature serves vessels entering the harbor.

Why it matters: The light guides fishing boats and other vessels into Imrang harbor, ensuring safe passage. Its distinctive design as a leaping fish sculpture makes it a notable landmark.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl G 3s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
Gijang-gun
Sea Region
Imrang harbor breakwater, South Korea
Latitude
35.3212°
Longitude
129.2672°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ulsan(13.0 km)
Admiralty No.
M4377.58.
NGA No.
KR-1439.14

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m

Structure: An 8m sculpture of a leaping fish caught on an angler's line, with the light atop the fish's nose.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Imrang Hang Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Imrang Hang Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl Green 3s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Imrang Hang Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Imrang Hang Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Onsan/Ulsan at 8.4 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Ulsan (12.7 NM NNE), Mipo/Ulsan (14.3 NM NE), Busanjin-Gu (14.8 NM SW), South Busan (15.4 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Imrang Hang Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Imrang Hang Breakwater 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 Imrang Hang Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Imrang Hang Breakwater 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 Imrang Hang Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Imrang Hang Breakwater 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.