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Teluk Palu Lighthouse

Fl White 25s🇮🇩IDOperational

Location & Light Range

About Teluk Palu Lighthouse

Also known as: Teluk Palu (Tanjung Karang, Palu Gulf)

The Teluk Palu Lighthouse, established in 1907, is a white, hexagonal iron skeletal tower standing 21 meters tall. It features a lantern and gallery and is situated on a cape at the western entrance to Palu Gulf. The structure's focal height reaches 82 meters, emitting a white light with a single flash every 25 seconds. This light has a geographic range of 22.9 nautical miles. The tower is constructed from iron, and the nearest port is Pantoloan, located 8.4 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a critical warning for the cape at the entrance to Palu Gulf, guiding vessels entering and exiting the waterway. It represents a surviving example of Dutch colonial maritime infrastructure in Indonesia.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 25s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
25s
Raw Code
Fl W 25s
Focal Height
82m
Geographic Range
22.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1907

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pantoloan(8.4 km)
Admiralty No.
Q1476
NGA No.
25508
ARLHS No.
IDO-339

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21m
Tower Shape
skeletal
Tower Color
white
Material
iron

Structure: hexagonal white iron skeletal tower with lantern and gallery

Location

Country
🇮🇩ID
Latitude
-0.6475°
Longitude
119.7294°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Teluk Palu Lighthouse at night?+
Teluk Palu displays the characteristic Fl White 25s. 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 Teluk Palu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Teluk Palu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Pantoloan, Sv at 8.5 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Palu (15.9 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Teluk Palu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Teluk Palu 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 Teluk Palu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Teluk Palu 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.