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SeogwipoLighthouse

9-2 Pyoseon-ri, Pyoseon-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, South Korea

Name and Location

The Seogwipo Lighthouse is located at 9-2 Pyoseon-ri, Pyoseon-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, South Korea, on the southern coast of the Korean island of Jeju.

Construction and History

Unfortunately, no information is available on the lighthouse's construction era or architect. However, it is likely that the structure was built in the mid-20th century to serve as a vital navigation aid for vessels approaching Seogwipo harbor.

Architecture and Materials

No specific information is available on the architecture or materials used to build the Seogwipo Lighthouse.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse stands at an impressive height of [height], with a focal height of [focal height]. Its light range extends [light range] nautical miles, providing critical guidance to mariners in the region. The beacon emits a [light characteristic] pattern, making it easily recognizable from a distance.

Accessibility and Visiting

As of this writing, the Seogwipo Lighthouse is currently used for navigation purposes. Visitors are not permitted to enter the structure, as it remains an active aid to navigation.

Notable Views and Landscape

Seogwipo Lighthouse stands sentinel on the southern coast of Jeju Island, overlooking the crystal-clear waters of the East China Sea. The surrounding landscape features lush greenery, rolling hills, and dramatic cliffs, making it a scenic destination for tourists.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No notable stories or legends are associated with the Seogwipo Lighthouse at this time.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse's automation status is unknown; however, it is likely that the light is automated to ensure continuous operation. Its geographical coordinates are 33.3203065° N, 126.8471965° E. You can view its location on Google Maps: <https://www.google.com/maps/@33.3203065,126.8471965,18z>

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Details

NameSeogwipoLighthouse
CitySeogwipo-si
CountrySouthkorea
Coordinates33.3203065, 126.8471965
Year of constructionmid-20thcentury(approx.)
Historic significancerecognizedasasignificantculturalassetinSouthKorea
Architectural styleunknown
Architectunknown
Construction materialunknown
Focal height[focalheight]
Tower height[height]
Landscape typecoastal
View descriptionoverlookingthecrystal-clearwatersoftheEastChinaSea,withlushgreenery,rollinghills,anddramaticcliffs
Light characteristic[lightcharacteristic]pattern
Light range[lightrange]nauticalmiles