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Orang Dan Lighthouse

Iso W 4s🇰🇵North Korea, KPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Orang Dan Lighthouse

Orang Dan is a 10-meter round metal tower, painted white, that stands 46 meters above sea level. Its light emits a white flash and has a geographic range of 15 nautical miles. The structure is obscured by Pathenopi Islet. It is a lattice metal structure.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso W 4s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.
Focal Height
46m
Geographic Range
15NM

Location

City
North Korea
Country
🇰🇵KP
Latitude
41.3815°
Longitude
129.8040°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: White lattice metal structure; 10. Obscured by Pathenopi Islet

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4534
NGA No.
16272
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Orang Dan Lighthouse at night?+
Orang Dan displays the characteristic Iso W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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.
Which ports and harbors does Orang Dan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Orang Dan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Odaejin at 1.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Chongjin (23.1 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Orang Dan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Orang Dan 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 Orang Dan Lighthouse?+
Orang Dan 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 Orang Dan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Orang Dan 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.