The Homigot Lighthouse ( ko, 호미곶등대) is an active

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in Pohang, South Korea. With a height of , it is the tallest in South Korea.

History

The lighthouse was built in 1903 after a Japanese ship sank nearby in 1901. The lighthouse, which is the tallest in South Korea, was designed by French architects and built by Chinese contractors, and was completed in December 1903. The lighthouse was built with bricks without the use of

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despite its height; inside it is divided into six-

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s and each ceiling is decorated with pear tree flower in honor of the Joseon dynasty. The lighthouse is still active and operated by

Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries (MOF, ko, 대한민국 해양수산부), is a cabinet-level division of the government of South Korea. It takes overall responsibilities for maritime and fisheries sectors in general, ranging from the promot ...

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References

1903 establishments in Korea Lighthouses in South Korea Lighthouses completed in 1903 Pohang {{lighthouse-stub