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Sorido Lighthouse

Fl White 12s🇰🇷Yeosu-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Sorido Lighthouse

Also known as: Sorido (Sori Do, Yeondo)

Established in 1910, the Sorido Lighthouse stands on a sharp promontory at the southeastern edge of Yeondo. The hexagonal cylindrical concrete tower, standing 9 meters tall, is painted white and features a lantern and gallery. It is attached to a single-story concrete keeper's house. The light emits a white flash every 12 seconds from a focal height of 82 meters, with a geographic range of 22.9 nautical miles. This station, located in the South Jeolla region near Yeosu-si, guides vessels navigating the coastal waters.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's hexagonal tower shape is a distinctive architectural feature. Its location provides essential navigation for vessels rounding the promontory at Yeondo's southeastern tip.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
82m
Geographic Range
22.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1910

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yeosu(19.6 km)
Admiralty No.
M4308
NGA No.
17064
ARLHS No.
SKR-028

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: hexagonal cylindrical concrete tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 1-story concrete keeper's house

Location

City
Yeosu-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
South Jeolla
Sea Region
southeastern tip of Yeondo, on a sharp promontory
Latitude
34.4116°
Longitude
127.8008°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sorido Lighthouse at night?+
Sorido displays the characteristic Fl White 12s. 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 Sorido Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sorido Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Yeosu at 20.8 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Narodo (27.3 NM W), Samil (27.3 NM N), Gwangyang (28.7 NM N), Kukdo (32.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sorido Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sorido 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 Sorido Lighthouse?+
Sorido 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 Sorido Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sorido 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.