Liouciou (Liu-chu Yü, Baishawei) West Breakwater Lighthouse
Location & Light Range
About Liouciou (Liu-chu Yü, Baishawei) West Breakwater Lighthouse
Located on the coral island of Liouciou, also referred to as Liu-chu Yü or Baishawei, this concrete round tower stands 8 meters tall. The structure is painted red and emits a light visible for 3 nautical miles. The light guides vessels navigating the waters southwest of Taiwan, particularly as they approach the breakwater. The island is a significant tourist spot known for its coral reefs and marine life, with the lighthouse site open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest major port is Kaohsiung, 13.2 kilometers away.
Why it matters: This light is essential for the safe entry and exit of vessels using the harbor protected by the West Breakwater on Liouciou Island, supporting local fishing and the ferry service.
Light & Optic
- Interval
- 4s
- Raw Code
- from front
- Focal Height
- 8m
- Geographic Range
- 3NM
Location
- Country
- 🇹🇼Taiwan
- Sea Region
- West Breakwater, Liouciou (Liu-chu Yü, Baishawei)
- Latitude
- 22.3533°
- Longitude
- 120.3836°
References & Identifiers
- Nearest Port
- Kaohsiung(13.2 km)
- Admiralty No.
- P4611.2
- NGA No.
- 13780
Tower & Structure
- Tower Shape
- round
- Tower Color
- red
- Material
- concrete
Structure: The Liouciou West Breakwater light is found on the small coral island of Liouciou, also known as Liu-chu Yü or Baishawei, off the southwestern coast of Taiwan. This active light guides vessels navigating the waters around the island, particularly those approaching the breakwater. While details about its construction and specific history are not widely publicized, its presence is vital for local maritime traffic, including fishing boats and ferries connecting the island to the mainland. The island itself is a popular tourist destination, known for its clear waters, coral reefs, and marine life. Visitors can explore the site where the light is located, enjoying the coastal views and the bustling activity of the harbor, though access to the tower itself remains restricted.
Visiting
- Open to public
- Site open, tower closed
Nearby Vessels
اعثر على منارة Liouciou (Liu-chu Yü, Baishawei) West Breakwater على الخريطة البحرية المباشرة
خطّط رحلاتك قرب Taiwan، وشاهد السفن المجاورة في الوقت الفعلي، واستكشف أكثر من 14,900 معلَم ملاحي في التطبيق.