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Mangeumyeo Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 5s🇰🇷Geoje-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Mangeumyeo Lighthouse

This cylindrical concrete tower stands 8 meters tall and is painted black with a single red horizontal band. Its lantern room, situated on a round concrete pier, is elevated 7 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 9.3 nautical miles. It is located off the west coast of Gajodo, near Geoje-si in South Gyeongsang province. The structure itself is a round concrete tower with a gallery, mounted on a concrete pier. The nearest port, Anjeong, is 3.1 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids local maritime traffic navigating the waters around Gajodo, marking safe channels and warning of submerged obstacles or shallow areas.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Geoje-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Gyeongsang
Sea Region
off the west coast of Gajodo
Latitude
34.9496°
Longitude
128.5063°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black with one red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with gallery, mounted on a round concrete pier

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Anjeong(3.1 km)
Admiralty No.
M4330.35.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mangeumyeo Lighthouse at night?+
Mangeumyeo displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 5s — 2 white flashes every 5 seconds. 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 Mangeumyeo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mangeumyeo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Anjeong at 3.6 NM to the W. Other ports served include Gohyeon/Geoje (4 NM ESE), Geoje (7.1 NM SSE), Tongyeong (8.1 NM SSW), GOSEONG (9 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mangeumyeo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mangeumyeo 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.
What shipping routes pass near Mangeumyeo Lighthouse?+
Mangeumyeo Lighthouse is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Mangeumyeo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mangeumyeo 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.