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Suyeongman Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 5s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Suyeongman Lighthouse

Also known as: Suyeongman (Suyeong Man, Mipo)

This 20-meter concrete tower stands on a square pier on a skerry approximately 800 meters south of Suyeong fishing harbor in Busan. Its design resembles a lotus flower, featuring a red finish with a yellow band and white stamens at the top. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 5 seconds, visible for nearly 15 nautical miles. It was constructed in 2005. Access to the lighthouse is only possible by boat.

Why it matters: Built to commemorate the 2005 APEC summit meeting in Busan, this lighthouse serves as a cultural landmark in addition to its navigational function, providing a distinct visual reference for vessels approaching the harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
28m
Geographic Range
14.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2005

Significant events: built to honor the APEC summit meeting in Busan

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(6.8 km)
Admiralty No.
M4375.55
NGA No.
16724.3
USCG No.
KR-2001.3

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Color
red with a yellow band and white stamens at the top
Material
concrete

Structure: A 20m tower, shaped to resemble a lotus flower, mounted on a square concrete pier. It is painted red with a yellow band and white stamens at the top.

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Sea Region
skerry about 800 m south of the Suyeong fishing harbor, Busan, South Korea
Latitude
35.1509°
Longitude
129.1717°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Suyeongman Lighthouse at night?+
Suyeongman displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 5s — 2 white flashes every 5 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 Suyeongman Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Suyeongman Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is South Busan at 4.2 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Busanjin-Gu (6 NM W), Busan (7.3 NM WSW), Gamcheon/Busan (9.4 NM WSW), Busan New Port (19 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Suyeongman Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Suyeongman 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 Suyeongman Lighthouse?+
Suyeongman 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 Suyeongman Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Suyeongman 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.