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A Kung Ngam Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇨🇳Hong Kong, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About A Kung Ngam Lighthouse

Also known as: A Kung Ngam (Eastern Fairway)

A square concrete tower, 8 meters high and painted red, was built in 1964. It stands on a concrete tripod structure mounted on a one-story equipment building. The light's focal height is 11 meters, emitting a red flash every 5 seconds. A daybeacon was first placed at this location in 1902, and a light was established in 1924. The lighthouse is operational and has a geographic range of 10.7 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks a narrow passage at the northeast corner of Hong Kong Island, guiding vessels through busy shipping lanes.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1964
First Lit
1924

Significant events: Daybeacon placed 1902, first light established 1924

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: concrete tripod mounted on a square 1-story concrete equipment building

Location

City
Hong Kong
Country
🇨🇳China
Sea Region
Promontory at the northeast corner of Hong Kong Island, marking a narrow passage around the island.
Latitude
22.2616°
Longitude
114.2570°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Chai Wan(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
P3570
NGA No.
19370
ARLHS No.
HOK-007
Wikidata
Q33130391 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify A Kung Ngam Lighthouse at night?+
A Kung Ngam displays the characteristic Fl Red 5s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does A Kung Ngam Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
A Kung Ngam Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Chai Wan at 0.5 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Victoria (3.2 NM W), Kwun Tong (3.2 NM NW), Causeway Bay (4.3 NM WNW), Hong Kong (4.5 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is A Kung Ngam Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, A Kung Ngam Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near A Kung Ngam Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near A Kung Ngam Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.