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Sinjindo Lighthouse

Fl Red 6s🇰🇷KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Sinjindo Lighthouse

Also known as: Sinjindo (Anhung Shin) South Breakwater

Sinjindo Lighthouse is a round concrete tower, 10 meters in height, colored red. It features a lantern and gallery. The light source is 16 meters above sea level, emitting a Red flash every 6 seconds (Fl R 6s) with a range of 12.2 nautical miles. The location near Taean-gun is 15.4 kilometers distant. Public access is permitted to the site, but not the tower.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks a point along the South Chungcheong coast of South Korea, assisting vessels operating near Taean-gun.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl R 6s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Chungcheong
Latitude
36.6774°
Longitude
126.1266°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Taean-gun(15.4 km)
Admiralty No.
M4154.4
NGA No.
17851

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round red concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sinjindo Lighthouse at night?+
Sinjindo displays the characteristic Fl Red 6s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sinjindo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sinjindo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Taean-gun at 15.4 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Daesan/Seosan (23.7 NM NNE), Boryeong (23.8 NM SE), Daecheon (28.2 NM SE), DANGJIN (29.5 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sinjindo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sinjindo 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 Sinjindo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sinjindo 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.