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Karangwuni Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇩Wates, IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Karangwuni Lighthouse

Also known as: Karangwuni (Karang Wuni, Wates)

This octagonal concrete lighthouse, standing 30 meters tall, is situated onshore in Wates, Kulon Progo Regency. It replaced a former square white skeletal tower when it became operational in 2020. The white tower features a lantern and gallery, with the light situated 32 meters above the water. It emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for up to 15.7 nautical miles. While the site is open to the public, climbing the tower is not permitted.

Why it matters: The lighthouse serves as a navigational aid for vessels traversing the coast west of Yogyakarta City.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
32m
Geographic Range
15.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2020

Significant events: replaced a square white skeletal tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal white concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Wates
Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Region
Special Region of Yogyakarta
Sea Region
onshore in Wates, Kulon Progo Regency, about 35 km west of Yogyakarta City
Latitude
-7.9286°
Longitude
110.1051°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Semarang(62.7 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1265
NGA No.
23822
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Karangwuni Lighthouse at night?+
Karangwuni displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Karangwuni Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Karangwuni Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Jogja Inland Port at 16.6 NM to the E. Other ports served include Arun (27.7 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Karangwuni Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Karangwuni 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 Karangwuni Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Karangwuni 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.