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Lý Sơn Harbor Lighthouse

Fl White 12s🇻🇳VNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lý Sơn Harbor Lighthouse

Also known as: Lý Sơn Harbor (An Vĩnh)

A cylindrical concrete tower, standing 13 meters tall, marks Lý Sơn Harbor. It displays black and white horizontal bands, with its light positioned 14.5 meters above sea level. The white light emits a single flash every 12 seconds, providing a geographic range of 11.7 nautical miles. This station was established in 2000 to improve maritime safety in the waters surrounding Lý Sơn Island. The lighthouse site is accessible to the public, although the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels entering and departing Lý Sơn Harbor, a significant port for local fishing and inter-island transport.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
14.5m
Geographic Range
11.7NM

Location

Country
🇻🇳VN
Latitude
15.3807°
Longitude
109.0960°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dung Quat(18.2 km)
Admiralty No.
F3184.5.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands

Structure: round cylindrical conctete tower painted with black and white horizontal bands

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 Lý Sơn Harbor Lighthouse at night?+
Lý Sơn Harbor 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 Lý Sơn Harbor Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lý Sơn Harbor Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Dung Quat at 17.9 NM to the W. Other ports served include Ky Ha Quang Nam Terminal (24.4 NM WNW), Ky Ha Terminal (24.7 NM WNW), Thuan An (25.9 NM WNW), Chu Lai (27.6 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lý Sơn Harbor Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lý Sơn Harbor 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 Lý Sơn Harbor Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lý Sơn Harbor 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.