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Soho Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 30s🇰🇵North Korea, KPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Soho Lighthouse

This lighthouse is a red concrete post standing 16 meters tall. Its light emits two white flashes every 30 seconds. The focal height for the light is 49 meters above sea level. The structure is operational and its light is visible for 18 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 30s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
30s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 30s
Focal Height
49m
Geographic Range
18NM

Location

City
North Korea
Country
🇰🇵KP
Latitude
39.8060°
Longitude
127.6628°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: Red concrete post; 16

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
M4506
NGA No.
16312
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Soho Lighthouse at night?+
Soho displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 30s — 2 white flashes every 30 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.
Which ports and harbors does Soho Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Soho Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Hungnam at 2.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Sinpo (27.2 NM ENE), Wonsan (39.8 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Soho Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Soho 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.
What shipping routes pass near Soho Lighthouse?+
Soho Lighthouse is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Soho Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Soho 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.