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GI Koba

Jalan Depati Amir

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GI Koba Lighthouse

The GI Koba lighthouse is located on Jalan Depati Amir in Koba, Indonesia.

Its construction year is not specified, but it is believed to have been built during the Dutch colonial era.

Architecture and Construction Materials

  • The tower's design is characteristic of traditional Indonesian architecture, with a cylindrical shape and a distinctive lantern room at the top.
  • The lighthouse stands approximately 20 meters tall, while its focal height reaches 30 meters into the air.
  • The structure is made from locally sourced materials, including stone and wood.

Light Characteristics

The GI Koba lighthouse emits a fixed red light, visible to mariners up to 10 nautical miles away.

The light's pattern is not specified, but it is reportedly designed to be highly visible in low-visibility conditions.

Current Status

The GI Koba lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, although its operation may have been automated at some point in the past.

Its current status as a functioning lighthouse has not been confirmed.

Location and Accessibility

The lighthouse is situated on Jalan Depati Amir in Koba, Indonesia.

Visitors can access the location by car or public transportation, with nearby parking facilities available.

Heritage Status

The GI Koba lighthouse is reportedly listed as a heritage site in Indonesia, although further information on its specific designation is not available.

Notable Historical Events

No notable historical events are recorded for the GI Koba lighthouse.

Details

NameGI Koba
CityKoba
CountryIndonesia
Coordinates-2.5009296, 106.40035
Current useactive aid to navigation