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Jazīreh-ye Lavan Lighthouse

Fl White 12s🇮🇷IROperational

Location & Light Range

About Jazīreh-ye Lavan Lighthouse

Also known as: Jazīreh-ye Lavan (Lavan Island)

The Jazīreh-ye Lavan lighthouse is a square skeletal communications tower standing 40 meters tall, with its light at a focal height of 54 meters. This structure is located on Jazīreh-ye Lavan island, 0.8 kilometers from the port of Lavan. The light emits a white flash every 12 seconds. Its geographic range extends to 19.3 nautical miles. The lighthouse has been an active aid to navigation for some time.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for oil tankers and commercial vessels navigating to and from the Lavan Island oil terminal, ensuring safe passage through busy Persian Gulf shipping lanes.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
54m
Geographic Range
19.3NM

Location

Country
🇮🇷IR
Latitude
26.8029°
Longitude
53.3568°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
40m
Tower Shape
square

Structure: square skeletal communications tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lavan(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
D7685
NGA No.
28816
ARLHS No.
IRA-004
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jazīreh-ye Lavan Lighthouse at night?+
Jazīreh-ye Lavan displays the characteristic Fl White 12s. 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 Lavan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jazīreh-ye Lavan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Lavan at 0.6 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Bandare Parsian (32.8 NM NW), KISH (37.6 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jazīreh-ye Lavan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jazīreh-ye Lavan 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 Lavan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jazīreh-ye Lavan 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.