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Jazīreh-ye Lārak (Larak Island) North Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇮🇷دهستان لارک, IROperational

Location & Light Range

About Jazīreh-ye Lārak (Larak Island) North Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse, constructed in 2008 on the northern part of Larak Island, stands 32 meters tall. Its semi-elliptical cylindrical tower features a lantern and gallery, and is distinctively painted with red and white horizontal bands. Rising from a one-story base, the structure's focal height reaches 40 meters. The light emits a white flash every 10 seconds, visible for 17.1 nautical miles. It is situated 13.4 kilometers from the nearest port, Hormuz.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is critical for guiding ships navigating the northern approaches to Larak Island within the Strait of Hormuz, assisting safe passage through this heavily trafficked waterway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
40m
Geographic Range
17.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2008

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hormuz(13.4 km)
Admiralty No.
D7337.5
NGA No.
28669
ARLHS No.
IRA-006

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
32m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: semi-elliptical cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, painted with red and white horizontal bands and rising from a 1-story base

Location

City
دهستان لارک
Country
🇮🇷Iran
Region
Hormozgan Province
Sea Region
Jazīreh-ye Lārak (Larak Island), Iran
Latitude
26.8877°
Longitude
56.3559°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jazīreh-ye Lārak (Larak Island) North Lighthouse at night?+
Jazīreh-ye Lārak (Larak Island) North 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 Lārak (Larak Island) North Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jazīreh-ye Lārak (Larak Island) North Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is QUESHM at 6.7 NM to the NW. Other ports served include HORMUZ (13.2 NM NNE), Shahid Bahonar (16.9 NM NNW), Bandar Abbas (17.1 NM NNW), Kuvei (19.4 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jazīreh-ye Lārak (Larak Island) North Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jazīreh-ye Lārak (Larak Island) North 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 Jazīreh-ye Lārak (Larak Island) North Lighthouse?+
Jazīreh-ye Lārak (Larak Island) North Lighthouse is located within the Strait of Hormuz — the critical chokepoint for global oil transport from the Persian Gulf. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Jazīreh-ye Lārak (Larak Island) North Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jazīreh-ye Lārak (Larak Island) North 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.