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Pulau Larilarian Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulau Larilarian Lighthouse

Also known as: Pulau Larilarian (Lari Larian)

This skeletal metal tower stands 32 meters tall on a platform supported by piles. Built in 2007, the white structure is situated on Pulau Larilarian, an island in Makassar Strait. It emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 15.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located approximately 145 kilometers east of Pulau Laut and is accessible only by boat. Its nearest port is Tanjung Pemancingan, 73 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse guides vessels through the Makassar Strait, a significant shipping route.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
32m
Geographic Range
15.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2007

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tanjung Pemancingan(73.0 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1445
NGA No.
24947
ARLHS No.
IDO-212

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
32m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: skeletal tower, painted white, on a platform suppirted by piles

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-3.5167°
Longitude
117.4665°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulau Larilarian Lighthouse at night?+
Pulau Larilarian displays the characteristic Fl White 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.
Is Pulau Larilarian Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulau Larilarian 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 Larilarian Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulau Larilarian 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.