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Shi'b Jahân Lighthouse

Fl White 7s🇸🇦SAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shi'b Jahân Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands 14 meters tall and is situated on a square platform. The tower itself is square and painted white with a single red horizontal band. A red rectangular daymark is mounted on the structure. Its light produces a white flash every 7 seconds, with a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. It is located on the southern edge of a reef, approximately 0.9 kilometers from the nearest port of Jeddah. Access to the facility is restricted to boat traffic.

Why it matters: Shi'b Jahân warns vessels of the reef it marks, a hazard in the shipping lanes approaching the port of Jeddah.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 7s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
7s
Raw Code
Fl W 7s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

Country
🇸🇦SA
Latitude
21.4752°
Longitude
39.1199°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red horizontal band and mounted on a square platform

Structure: structure carrying a red rectangular daymark and mounted on a square platform

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Jeddah(0.9 km)
Admiralty No.
D7299.503
NGA No.
30576
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shi'b Jahân Lighthouse at night?+
Shi'b Jahân displays the characteristic Fl White 7s. 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 Shi'b Jahân Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shi'b Jahân Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Jeddah at 1.6 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Jeddah Yachts Club Port (10.6 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shi'b Jahân Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shi'b Jahân 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 Shi'b Jahân Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shi'b Jahân 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.