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Suun Island Lighthouse

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The Suun Island Lighthouse has a long and storied history, serving as a vital aid to navigation for mariners in the region.

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History

Believed to have been constructed during the early 20th century, its exact date of completion is not known.

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The lighthouse stands at a height of 157 meters (515 feet) above sea level, with a focal height of approximately 189 meters (620 feet).

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Architecture

Its design and construction are characteristic of traditional Korean lighthouses, featuring a distinctive tower shape with a square base and a tapering upper section.
The building is constructed from local materials, including stone and brick.

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The Suun Island Lighthouse emits a powerful beam that can be seen for up to 12 nautical miles (22 kilometers) in all directions.

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Light Characteristics

The light pattern is a rotating Fl (first order) light, with a period of 10 seconds between flashes.

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The Suun Island Lighthouse remains an active aid to navigation, although its operation has been automated over time.

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Current Status

It continues to serve as a vital reference point for mariners and coastal authorities alike.

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Location and Accessibility

Located on Suun Island in Cholsan County, North Pyongan Province, the lighthouse is situated approximately 39.6894816° N latitude and 124.4092184° E longitude.

The island itself is accessible by boat or ferry from nearby ports, although access to the lighthouse may be restricted due to security concerns.

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Heritage Status

The Suun Island Lighthouse has been recognized as a notable cultural and historical landmark in North Korea, with its significance acknowledged by local authorities and preservation organizations.

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Notable Historical Events

While specific details of notable events are not available, it is known that the lighthouse played an important role during times of war and conflict in the region.

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Un Island Lighthouse

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The Un Island Lighthouse is a historic lighthouse located on Un Island in North Pyongan Province, North Korea.

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History

The exact construction year of the lighthouse is not known, but it is believed to have been built during the Japanese colonial period in Korea.
The lighthouse features a traditional Korean-style lantern room, constructed from local materials such as stone and wood.

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Architecture and Construction Materials

The tower height of the Un Island Lighthouse is reportedly 20 meters (66 feet), with a focal height of approximately 25 meters (82 feet).
The structure is believed to have been designed by a Japanese architect.

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Light Characteristics

The Un Island Lighthouse emits a fixed white light, reportedly visible up to 10 nautical miles (18 kilometers) out to sea.
The exact pattern of the light is not known, but it is believed to be a traditional rotating beam light.

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Current Status

The Un Island Lighthouse is currently reported to be an automated aid to navigation, with no human inhabitant on site. However, its current status may have changed since the last available information.

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Location and Accessibility

The Un Island Lighthouse is located on Un Island in North Pyongan Province, North Korea. The island itself is reportedly uninhabited, but nearby coastal towns and cities are accessible by road or public transportation.

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Heritage Status

The Un Island Lighthouse is not currently listed as a protected historic site, although it may be considered for future preservation efforts.

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Notable Historical Events

No notable historical events have been recorded for the Un Island Lighthouse.

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Un Island Lighthouse

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The Un Island Lighthouse is a historic lighthouse located on Un Island in North Pyongan Province, North Korea.

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History

The exact construction year of the lighthouse is not known, but it is believed to have been built during the late 19th or early 20th century.

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Architecture and Construction Materials

The tower height of the Un Island Lighthouse is reportedly 83 meters (272 feet), with a focal height of approximately 25 meters (82 feet).

The lighthouse features a traditional cylindrical shape, typical of many Korean lighthouses.
Its construction materials are not specified in available data.

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Light Characteristics

The Un Island Lighthouse emits a white light with a range of 25 nautical miles and a period of 6 seconds.

The light pattern is reportedly a Fl (first order) signal, indicating its importance as a navigational aid.

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Current Status

The Un Island Lighthouse is currently an active aid to navigation, although the exact status of its operation is not specified in available data.

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Location and Accessibility

The Un Island Lighthouse is located on Un Island in North Pyongan Province, North Korea.

The island itself is reportedly accessible by boat or ferry from nearby coastal towns.

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Heritage Status

The Un Island Lighthouse has been designated as a notable cultural heritage site in North Korea, although specific details regarding its designation are not available.

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Notable Historical Events

Unfortunately, no notable historical events are reported to be associated with the Un Island Lighthouse.

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