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Mana Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mana Lighthouse

Also known as: Mana (Tanjung Manna)

The Mana Lighthouse, also identified as Tanjung Manna, is a skeletal white tower standing 23 meters tall. It features a gallery and has a focal height of 30 meters. This structure guides vessels approaching Mana, the capital of South Bengkulu Regency. Its light emits a white flash every 15 seconds, visible for 15.3 nautical miles. The site is accessible to the public, although the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels navigating the coast of Sumatra, particularly the shoreline near Mana.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
30m
Geographic Range
15.3NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-4.4818°
Longitude
102.8985°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bengkulu, Sumatra(50.1 km)
Admiralty No.
Q0897
NGA No.
23100

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white

Structure: skeletal tower with gallery, painted white

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 Mana Lighthouse at night?+
Mana displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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.
Is Mana Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mana 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 Mana Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mana 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.