Name and Location

Sembilangan Lighthouse
Located in Slempit, Pernajuh, Kecamatan Socah, Kabupaten Bangkalan, Jawa Timur 69161, Indonesia

Construction and History

The Sembilangan Lighthouse was constructed by Dutch colonial powers in 1882 to facilitate maritime trade and navigation along the eastern coast of Java. Its primary function was to provide a guiding light for ships traversing the Strait of Makassar.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse's architectural style is characterized by its simple yet elegant design, reflecting the Dutch colonial influence in Indonesia during the late 19th century. The structure stands at an impressive height unknown, with a focal height unknown above sea level. The light source was powered by unknown.

Light and Navigation

The Sembilangan Lighthouse's light characteristic is marked as Fl(3)W.15s, indicating that it emits a white light flashing every 15 seconds.

Accessibility and Visiting

The lighthouse is currently unknown and open to the public for visitation. Visitors can access the site via unknown.

Notable Views and Landscape

Visitors to the Sembilangan Lighthouse can enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and the Strait of Makassar.

Anecdotes and Folklore

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Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse is situated at coordinates -7.0602338° latitude and 112.6746807° longitude. The following link provides a map view of the location: unknown

Further Information

As a historic landmark, the Sembilangan Lighthouse has been recognized for its cultural and architectural significance.