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Tanguingui Island Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 5s🇵🇭Southern Philippines, PHOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanguingui Island Lighthouse

The Tanguingui Island Lighthouse, established in the 1890s and first lit in 1903, stands as a 34.5-meter octagonal concrete tower painted entirely white. It features a lantern and gallery at its summit. The station includes a 1-story concrete keeper's house and other buildings, which are now in ruins. A red and white checkered diamond daymark is also part of the structure. The lighthouse emits two white flashes every five seconds from a focal plane of 39 meters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl.R. period 2s
Focal Height
39m
Geographic Range
3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1903

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
F2296
NGA No.
14652
ARLHS No.
PHI-100
Wikidata
Q18387892 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
34.5m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: Pile, red and white checkered diamond (rhombus) daymark

Location

City
Southern Philippines
Country
🇵🇭PH
Latitude
11.4827°
Longitude
123.7067°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanguingui Island Lighthouse at night?+
Tanguingui Island displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 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.
Which ports and harbors does Tanguingui Island Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanguingui Island Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hagnava Bay at 27.4 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Bogo (30.5 NM SE), Calubian, Leyte (41.9 NM E), Ajuy (43.9 NM WSW), Leyte (46.2 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanguingui Island Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanguingui Island 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 Tanguingui Island Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanguingui Island 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.