Name and Location

The Mercusuar Tanjung Ambora lighthouse is located at GPVV+XF8, Mamahan, Gemeh, Kepulauan Talaud Regency, North Sulawesi, Indonesia.

2. Construction and History

The exact year of construction for the Mercusuar Tanjung Ambora is unknown, but it is believed to have been built during the late 19th or early 20th century. The lighthouse was designed to provide a safe passage for ships traveling through the Strait of Makassar, which connects the Celebes Sea to the Java Sea.

3. Architecture and Materials

The Mercusuar Tanjung Ambora is a traditional-style lighthouse, constructed using local materials such as stone and wood. Its architectural style is reminiscent of colonial-era structures found in Southeast Asia during the 19th century.

4. Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a white light characteristic, flashing three times every 20 seconds. This unique pattern helps to distinguish the lighthouse from others in the region. The lighthouse stands at an impressive height of 42 meters (138 feet) above sea level, with a focal height of approximately 40 meters (131 feet). This allows it to reach out to ships at a distance of about 40 nautical miles (74 kilometers).

5. Accessibility and Visiting

The current status of the Mercusuar Tanjung Ambora is unclear, but it appears to be operational. Visitors can access the lighthouse by traveling to GPVV+XF8 in Mamahan, Gemeh, Kepulauan Talaud Regency, North Sulawesi, Indonesia.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

No information available on notable views or landscape.

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

Unfortunately, no anecdotes or folklore are documented about the Mercusuar Tanjung Ambora lighthouse.

8. Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse has been documented as "F 2132" in various nautical charts and publications. Its exact coordinates are (4.5448981° S, 126.7436361° E).

9. Further Information

United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (US NGA) publication, 2009-11-12; Various nautical charts and publications documenting the lighthouse's location and characteristics.