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Janggot Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇰🇷Changseon-myeon, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Janggot Lighthouse

Also known as: Janggot (Jang Got)

The Janggot Lighthouse is a 7-meter-tall cylindrical tower constructed of fiberglass. It stands on the southeastern peninsula of Changseondo, near Changseon-myeon. The tower is painted black with a single red horizontal band. Its light emits a white flash every 5 seconds. The lighthouse has a focal height of 36 meters and a geographic range of 16.4 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the southeastern tip of Changseondo, aiding navigation for vessels in the surrounding coastal waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
36m
Geographic Range
16.4NM

Location

City
Changseon-myeon
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Gyeongsang
Sea Region
southeastern peninsula of Changseondo, South Korea
Latitude
34.8294°
Longitude
128.0869°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Samcheonpo/Sacheon(4.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M4321.2
NGA No.
17004

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black with one red horizontal band
Material
fiberglass

Structure: round cylindrical white fiberglass tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Janggot Lighthouse at night?+
Janggot 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 Janggot Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Janggot Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Samcheonpo/Sacheon at 4.9 NM to the N. Other ports served include GOSEONG (13.7 NM ENE), Junghwa (14.1 NM ESE), Samil (15.1 NM W), Tongyeong (16.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Janggot Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Janggot 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 Janggot Lighthouse?+
Janggot 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 Janggot Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Janggot 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.