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Pulau Gurian Lighthouse

Fl White 2.5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulau Gurian Lighthouse

The Pulau Gurian Lighthouse is a square white skeletal concrete tower with a gallery, standing 14 meters tall on a concrete platform. It is located about 2 kilometers off the waterfront of Rembang, Indonesia, marking a submerged bank. The light emits a white flash every 2.5 seconds, with a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. The tower itself is closed to the public, though the site on the platform is open. Its nearest port is Tuban, 33.7 kilometers away. The lighthouse is operational and aids navigation in this Indonesian sea region.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns mariners of a submerged bank approximately 2 kilometers off Rembang's coast, ensuring safer passage in the area.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 2.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
2.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 2.5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Region
Central Java
Sea Region
submerged bank about 2 km off the waterfront of Rembang, ID
Latitude
-6.6906°
Longitude
111.3592°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tuban(33.7 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1144.8
NGA No.
23573.6

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square white skeletal tower with gallery mounted on a square concrete platform

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulau Gurian Lighthouse at night?+
Pulau Gurian displays the characteristic Fl White 2.5s. 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 Pulau Gurian Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pulau Gurian Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Tuban, Jv at 32.6 NM to the E. Other ports served include Jepara (42.8 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pulau Gurian Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulau Gurian 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 Pulau Gurian Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulau Gurian 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.