Houbihu (Hou-Pi Hu) South Breakwater Lighthouse
Location & Light Range
About Houbihu (Hou-Pi Hu) South Breakwater Lighthouse
Located on the southern tip of Taiwan, this lighthouse marks the entrance to the Houbihu fishing port, situated within Kenting National Park. It guides vessels navigating the Houbihu (Hou-Pi Hu) South Breakwater. The structure emits a single green flash every 10 seconds. While the surrounding site is accessible to visitors, offering views of the coast and port activity, the lighthouse tower itself is closed to the public. This ensures the continued operational integrity of the light for maritime safety. The Houbihu fishing port serves as a significant point for local fishermen and a departure point for boats traveling to Orchid Island.
Why it matters: This light assists the fishing fleet and recreational craft using Houbihu port, guiding them safely into the harbor.
Light & Optic
- Flash Type
- Flashing
- Light Color
- Green
- Interval
- 10s
- Raw Code
- Fl G 10s
Location
- City
- Hengchun
- Country
- 🇹🇼Taiwan
- Region
- Pingtung County
- Sea Region
- Houbihu (Hou-Pi Hu) South Breakwater, Taiwan
- Latitude
- 21.9432°
- Longitude
- 120.7455°
References & Identifiers
- Nearest Port
- Kaohsiung(44.7 km)
- Admiralty No.
- P4603.04
- NGA No.
- 13769
Nearby Ports
Tower & Structure
Structure: The Houbihu (Hou-Pi Hu) South Breakwater lighthouse is found on the southern tip of Taiwan, marking the entrance to the Houbihu fishing port. This area, part of Kenting National Park, is renowned for its vibrant coral reefs and clear turquoise waters, making it a popular destination for diving and snorkeling. The port itself is a bustling hub for local fishermen and a departure point for boats heading to nearby Orchid Island. The lighthouse guides vessels safely into the harbor, helping them navigate the breakwater, especially important for the smaller fishing boats that frequent these waters. While the site around the lighthouse is open for visitors to enjoy the coastal views and observe the port's activity, the tower itself remains closed to the public, ensuring its operational integrity for maritime safety.
Visiting
- Open to public
- Site open, tower closed
Nearby Vessels
اعثر على منارة Houbihu (Hou-Pi Hu) South Breakwater على الخريطة البحرية المباشرة
خطّط رحلاتك قرب Taiwan، وشاهد السفن المجاورة في الوقت الفعلي، واستكشف أكثر من 14,900 معلَم ملاحي في التطبيق.