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Yeongdo Lighthouse

Fl White 18s🇰🇷Busan, KROperational

Location & Light Range

About Yeongdo Lighthouse

Also known as: Yeongdo (Yong Do, Taejongdae, Mokdo)

The Yeongdo Lighthouse is a 30-meter cylindrical steel tower completed in 2004. It stands 82 meters above sea level and emits a white light with two flashes every 18 seconds, visible for 22.9 nautical miles. The structure includes a lantern and a broad circular observation deck, presenting a contemporary architectural style. Located on Yeongdo Island near the port of Busan, this lighthouse serves as an active aid to navigation. Its design departs from traditional forms, incorporating elements for public access and viewing.

Why it matters: This lighthouse assists vessels navigating the busy approach waters to Busan, a major global port city. Its modern design also makes it a tourist attraction, offering visitors views of the coastline and maritime activity.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 18s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
18s
Raw Code
Fl W 18s
Focal Height
82m
Geographic Range
22.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2004

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Busan(3.7 km)
Admiralty No.
M4356
NGA No.
16728
ARLHS No.
SKR-029

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: round cylindrical steel tower with lantern and a large circular observation deck

Location

City
Busan
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Latitude
35.0524°
Longitude
129.0922°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yeongdo Lighthouse at night?+
Yeongdo displays the characteristic Fl White 18s. 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 Yeongdo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yeongdo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is South Busan at 3.4 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Busan (4 NM NW), Gamcheon/Busan (4.9 NM WNW), Busanjin-Gu (6.2 NM NNW), Busan New Port (14.4 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yeongdo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yeongdo 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 Yeongdo Lighthouse?+
Yeongdo 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 Yeongdo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yeongdo 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.