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Karang Torea Lighthouse

Fl Green 3s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Karang Torea Lighthouse

Karang Torea is a square green skeletal tower standing 8 meters tall, with its light positioned at the same height. The structure rests on a square platform supported by piles. It emits a single green flash every 3 seconds, visible for 9.7 nautical miles. The light is located on the eastern edge of the Torea reef in the southwestern Gulf of Boni. The site is accessible by boat, and while the grounds are open, the tower is closed to the public. The nearest port is Pare Pare, located 58.4 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This light marks the eastern edge of the Torea reef, warning vessels of a significant underwater hazard and guiding them through a critical passage in the northern Gulf of Boni towards the port of Bajoe.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl G 3s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-4.5077°
Longitude
120.4513°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pare Pare(58.4 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1541.1
NGA No.
25472.5

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
green

Structure: square green skeletal tower mounted on a square platform supported by piles

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Karang Torea Lighthouse at night?+
Karang Torea displays the characteristic Fl Green 3s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Is Karang Torea Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Karang Torea 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 Karang Torea Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Karang Torea 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.