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Tanjung Parit Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tanjung Parit Lighthouse

Also known as: Tanjung Parit (1 and 2)

This skeletal metal tower stands 40 meters tall, painted white, with its light positioned 42 meters above sea level. It emits a single white flash every five seconds. The lighthouse is located on a swampy cape forming the northeastern corner of Bengkalis Island. The current structure replaced an earlier, shorter tower. The station is associated with coast guard buildings.

Why it matters: The light warns mariners of the swampy cape, a navigational hazard on the northeastern tip of Bengkalis Island.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
42m
Geographic Range
17.4NM

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
1.5250°
Longitude
102.4346°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
40m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: skeletal tower, painted white

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sungai Pakning(19.6 km)
Admiralty No.
F1413.5
NGA No.
22580
ARLHS No.
IDO-320
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tanjung Parit Lighthouse at night?+
Tanjung Parit displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Tanjung Parit Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tanjung Parit Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sungai Pakning, Sumatra at 19.8 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Lalang Terminal, St (24 NM SSW), Bandar Maharani (32.5 NM NNE), Muar (32.5 NM NNE), Perawang (37.8 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tanjung Parit Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tanjung Parit 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 Tanjung Parit Lighthouse?+
Tanjung Parit Lighthouse is located within the Strait of Malacca — the primary shipping route between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, carrying over 25% of global traded goods. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Tanjung Parit Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Parit 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.