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RumahApiTanjungBaramLighthouse

HXVG+WQ Pekan Kuala Baram, Miri, Sarawak, Malaysia

Name and Location

The Rumah Api Tanjung Baram Lighthouse is located in Pekan Kuala Baram, Miri, Sarawak, Malaysia. Its coordinates are Latitude 4.5947809, Longitude 113.976975.

2. Construction and History

The lighthouse was constructed to guide mariners since its construction. The exact date of construction is not available, but it appears to be a typical example of a modern lighthouse built in the latter half of the 20th century.

3. Architecture and Materials

The architectural style of the Rumah Api Tanjung Baram Lighthouse is not explicitly mentioned, but its design suggests a typical modern lighthouse built with steel or concrete materials, likely painted white or cream-colored on the exterior.

4. Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a light characteristic of Fl (3) W.15s, indicating a flashing light with three periods of illumination followed by 15 seconds of darkness. Its light range is approximately 22.7 nautical miles (42 kilometers).

5. Accessibility and Visiting

The lighthouse appears to be automated but not open to the public for visitors. The surrounding area may offer scenic views, but access to the lighthouse itself is likely restricted due to safety and operational concerns.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

No notable views or landscape information is available about the Rumah Api Tanjung Baram Lighthouse.

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

No local folklore or unique anecdotes are available about the Rumah Api Tanjung Baram Lighthouse.

8. Technical and Operational Details

9. Further Information

No references for further reading are available about the Rumah Api Tanjung Baram Lighthouse.

Details

NameRumahApiTanjungBaramLighthouse
CityPekanKualaBaram,Miri,Sarawak
CountryMalaysia
Coordinates4.5947809, 113.976975
Year of construction
Events
Historic significance
Keeper stories
Stories
Construction materialSteelorconcrete,withawhiteorcream-coloredexterior
Focal height39meters(128feet)
Tower height45meters(147feet)
Landscape type
View description
Facilities
Light characteristicFl(3)W.15s
Light range22.7nauticalmiles(42kilometers)