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Jazīreh-ye Khārk Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 12s🇮🇷جزیره خارک, IROperational

Location & Light Range

About Jazīreh-ye Khārk Lighthouse

Also known as: Jazīreh-ye Khārk (Khark Island, Kharg Island, Kharg South Beacon)

This skeletal aluminum tower stands 14 meters tall on Khark Island, 25 km off the coast of Iran's Bushehr Province. Its light is positioned 90 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 23.8 nautical miles. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 12 seconds. It is located on the island, 0.7 km from the nearest port, near a large oil terminal. The surrounding waters experience significant tanker traffic. Nearby gas flares and terminal lighting can sometimes obscure the lighthouse's signal.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels navigating to and from the significant oil terminal on Khark Island, an important energy export hub, marking the island's southern end in a zone of heavy commercial shipping.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
90m
Light Range
17NM (31.5 km)
Geographic Range
23.8NM

Location

City
جزیره خارک
Country
🇮🇷Iran
Region
Bushehr Province
Sea Region
Khark Island, 25 km off the coast north of Būshehr, Iran, near a large oil terminal
Latitude
29.2152°
Longitude
50.3322°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Material
aluminum

Structure: aluminum skeletal tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Khark Island(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
D7664.4
NGA No.
28916
ARLHS No.
IRA-002
Wikidata
Q106112543 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Jazīreh-ye Khārk Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 90 meters and a nominal range of 17 nautical miles (approximately 31.5 km), Jazīreh-ye Khārk is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Jazīreh-ye Khārk Lighthouse at night?+
Jazīreh-ye Khārk displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 12s — 2 white flashes every 12 seconds. 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 Jazīreh-ye Khārk Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jazīreh-ye Khārk Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Khark Island at 1.7 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include GANAVEH (22.6 NM NNE), Bushehr (30.1 NM ESE), BAHREGAN (31.2 NM NNW), Imam Hasan (37.4 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jazīreh-ye Khārk Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jazīreh-ye Khārk 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 Jazīreh-ye Khārk Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jazīreh-ye Khārk 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.