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Pulau Sangiang Lighthouse

Fl White 7.5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pulau Sangiang Lighthouse

A white, square skeletal tower stands 15 meters tall on Pulau Sangiang. Its light emits a white flash every 7.5 seconds from a focal height of 32 meters, visible for 15.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on a cliff at the southern tip of the island. It was established to guide vessels through the narrowest part of the Sunda Strait and to warn them of the island's presence. The nearest port is Ciwandan, 6.1 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids navigation through the narrowest part of the Sunda Strait, an international shipping route, by warning mariners of the island's southern headland.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 7.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
7.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 7.5s
Focal Height
32m
Geographic Range
15.7NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-5.9757°
Longitude
105.8527°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: square skeletal tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ciwandan(6.1 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1051.1
NGA No.
23342
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pulau Sangiang Lighthouse at night?+
Pulau Sangiang displays the characteristic Fl White 7.5s. 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 Sangiang Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pulau Sangiang Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Anyer Kidul at 5.8 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Ciwandan (6.4 NM ESE), CIGADING (6.6 NM ESE), Banten (7.2 NM ESE), Ardjuna (7.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pulau Sangiang Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pulau Sangiang 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 Sangiang Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pulau Sangiang 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.