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Đà Rằng Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 6s🇻🇳VNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Đà Rằng Lighthouse

Also known as: Đà Rằng (Tuy Hòa)

The Đà Rằng Lighthouse is a white, cylindrical tower standing 17 meters tall, with its light positioned 20.5 meters above sea level. The structure is centered on a two-story keeper's house. It emits a white flash every 6 seconds, providing a geographic range of 13.3 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located on the north side of the entrance to Tuy Hòa, the capital of Phú Yên province. It is approximately 44.7 kilometers from Nha Trang, a larger port city.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides vessels entering Tuy Hòa, the capital of Phú Yên province.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
20.5m
Geographic Range
13.3NM

Location

Country
🇻🇳Vietnam
Region
Đắk Lắk Province
Sea Region
north side of the entrance to Tuy Hòa, the capital of Phú Yên province
Latitude
12.8966°
Longitude
109.4571°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: square cylindrical tower with gallery, centered on a 2-story keeper's house

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Nha Trang(44.7 km)
Admiralty No.
F3155.8
NGA No.
20368
ARLHS No.
VIE-011
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Đà Rằng Lighthouse at night?+
Đà Rằng displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 6s — 2 white flashes every 6 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 Đà Rằng Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Đà Rằng Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vung Ro at 3.7 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Dam Mon (14.2 NM SSW), HYUNDAI VINASHIN (26.6 NM SSW), Ninh Hòa (31.2 NM SW), Nha Trang (44.3 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Đà Rằng Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Đà Rằng 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 Đà Rằng Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Đà Rằng 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.