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Jazīreh-ye Khārkū Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇮🇷جزیره خارک, IROperational

Location & Light Range

About Jazīreh-ye Khārkū Lighthouse

Also known as: Jazīreh-ye Khārkū (Kharku Island)

The Jazīreh-ye Khārkū lighthouse stands 16 meters tall on the northern tip of Khārkū Island, an uninhabited landmass northeast of Khārk Island in Iran's Bushehr Province. Its aluminum lattice tower raises the light to a focal height of 18 meters, providing a geographic range of 12.7 nautical miles. The light emits a single white flash every 10 seconds. The lighthouse is operational and managed by the Iranian authorities. Its location within the Persian Gulf serves to mark the island for maritime traffic.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels navigating the shipping lanes near Khārkū Island, helping to prevent groundings on the uninhabited island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Location

City
جزیره خارک
Country
🇮🇷Iran
Region
Bushehr Province
Latitude
29.3407°
Longitude
50.3558°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m

Structure: aluminum lattice tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Khark Island(6.9 km)
Admiralty No.
D7663
NGA No.
28948
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jazīreh-ye Khārkū Lighthouse at night?+
Jazīreh-ye Khārkū displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Khārkū Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jazīreh-ye Khārkū Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Khark Island at 6.4 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include GANAVEH (15.4 NM NNE), BAHREGAN (24.6 NM NNW), Imam Hasan (30.2 NM N), Bushehr (33.3 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jazīreh-ye Khārkū Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jazīreh-ye Khārkū 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 Khārkū Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jazīreh-ye Khārkū 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.