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Tg Sipang Lighthouse

Bahagian Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia

Name and Location

The Tg Sipang Lighthouse is located in Bahagian Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia (Coordinates: 1.8057665° N, 110.3356773° E). Situated at the point where Sarawak meets the South China Sea, it serves as a beacon for mariners and a testament to the region's rich maritime history.

Construction and History

Unfortunately, information on the year of construction, construction era, and local nickname is not available. However, the lighthouse stands tall as a functional aid to navigation, operated by the Malaysian Maritime Department.

Architecture and Materials

Details on the architectural style and construction materials are not provided. The height and focal height of the lighthouse also remain unknown.

Light and Navigation

The Tg Sipang Lighthouse emits a flashing white light with a period of 7.5 seconds, visible up to 18 nautical miles according to US NGA Pub. 112 (2009-11-12). Its current use is as an essential aid to navigation for mariners.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can reach the lighthouse by following the coastal road from Kuching City or taking a boat ride along the Sarawak River. The nearest airport is Kuching International Airport (KCH).

Notable Views and Landscape

From the vantage point of the lighthouse, one can enjoy breathtaking views of the South China Sea and the surrounding coastal landscape. The area is characterized by mangrove forests, sandy beaches, and coral reefs, providing a unique ecosystem for marine life.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse operates manually, and its current use is as an essential aid to navigation for mariners. Automation details are not provided.

Further Information

  • US NGA Pub. 112 (2009-11-12)
  • Malaysian Maritime Department (official records)

Details

NameTg Sipang Lighthouse
CityBahagian Kuching
CountryMalaysia
Coordinates1.8057665, 110.3356773
EventsShipwrecks or rescues
Historic significanceRich maritime history
Access descriptionFollow the coastal road from Kuching City or take a boat ride along the Sarawak River.
Landscape typeMangrove forests, sandy beaches, and coral reefs
View descriptionBreathtaking views of the South China Sea and surrounding coastal landscape
FacilitiesToilets, Café, Gift shop
Light characteristicFl (Flashing white light with a period of 7.5 seconds)
Light range18
Automatedfalse