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Yeondong Hang Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇰🇷Gyeongju-si, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Yeondong Hang Lighthouse

A 10-meter tall, red, cylindrical concrete tower is located on the main breakwater of Yeondong harbor. Set at a focal height of 12 meters, its light covers a 11 nautical mile area. The light flashes red every 5 seconds (Fl R 5s), marking the harbor entrance. The site is accessible to the public, providing views of the harbor and coastline, but the tower is not open for entry. The lighthouse is approximately 6 kilometers north of Gampo, within the North Gyeongsang province of South Korea.

Why it matters: This lighthouse functions as a navigation aid for maritime traffic entering and leaving Yeondong harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Location

City
Gyeongju-si
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Region
North Gyeongsang
Sea Region
Yeondong harbor, about 6 km north of Gampo, on the main breakwater
Latitude
35.8364°
Longitude
129.5170°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pohang(11.9 km)
Admiralty No.
M4401.5.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical red concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yeondong Hang Lighthouse at night?+
Yeondong Hang displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Yeondong Hang Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yeondong Hang Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Guryongpo at 9 NM to the N. Other ports served include Pohang (12 NM NNW), Sinhang/Pohang (14.9 NM N), Mipo/Ulsan (19.6 NM SSW), Ulsan (20.6 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yeondong Hang Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yeondong Hang 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 Yeondong Hang Lighthouse?+
Yeondong Hang 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 Yeondong Hang Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yeondong Hang 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.