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Kunyit Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kunyit Lighthouse

Also known as: Kunyit (Kunjit, Teluk Lampung)

Kunyit Lighthouse is a tapered square white skeletal tower with a gallery, standing 40 meters tall. Its light emits a white flash every 3 seconds from a focal height of 44 meters, offering a geographic range of 17.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located 2.3 kilometers from the nearest port, Panjang. The site is open to the public, but access to the tower itself is restricted. It marks the entrance to Teluk Lampung, guiding vessels in the area.

Why it matters: This lighthouse assists ships entering and departing Teluk Lampung, a significant route for the port of Panjang, helping mariners navigate the bay's approaches.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
44m
Geographic Range
17.7NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-5.4474°
Longitude
105.2818°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Panjang(2.3 km)
Admiralty No.
Q0920.5
NGA No.
23052
ARLHS No.
IDO-276

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
40m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: tapered square white skeletal tower with gallery

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 Kunyit Lighthouse at night?+
Kunyit displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kunyit Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kunyit Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Panjang at 2.1 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Pasir Panjang (2.4 NM ESE), Tarahan (7.6 NM SE), BAKAUHENI (38.1 NM SE), Semangka Bay, St (40.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kunyit Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kunyit 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 Kunyit Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kunyit 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.