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Tanjung Papanambeja Lighthouse

Fl White 20s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Papanambeja Lighthouse

Also known as: Tanjung Papanambeja (Bulukumba)

A 24-meter tall, square skeletal metal tower, painted white, is located at Tanjung Papanambeja. The structure includes a lantern room and gallery. Its white light flashes once every 20 seconds, with the focal plane at 26 meters. The tower is positioned on a point southwest of Bulukumba, 53.4 kilometers from Makassar.

Why it matters: This light marks the headland and aids navigation for vessels near the southern coast of Sulawesi.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 20s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
20s
Raw Code
Fl W 20s
Focal Height
26m
Geographic Range
14.5NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-5.5660°
Longitude
120.1886°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
24m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: square skeletal tower with lantern and gallery, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Makassar(53.4 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1532
NGA No.
25412
ARLHS No.
IDO-121
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Papanambeja Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Papanambeja displays the characteristic Fl White 20s. 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.
Is Tanjung Papanambeja Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Papanambeja 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 Tanjung Papanambeja Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Papanambeja 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.