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Annan District Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl Red🇹🇼Tainan, TWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Annan District Lighthouses Lighthouse

Annan District Lighthouses Lighthouse is a maritime navigation aid located in Tainan, TW. It is currently operational and active, providing guidance to vessels navigating the surrounding waters. The light sits at a focal height of 29.87 meters above mean sea level.

Light characteristic: The identifying signal of this lighthouse is Fl Red. This characteristic is published in the relevant List of Lights and can be used by mariners to confirm their position relative to the coast. The light color is red, which may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.

Position: Annan District Lighthouses Lighthouse is positioned at 23.0458°N, 120.0771°E, near Tainan in TW.

Geographic context: Annan District Lighthouses Lighthouse is situated on the East China Sea, within the Taiwan Strait — a major shipping corridor in East Asia connecting the East and South China Seas. The location falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers.

Nearby lighthouses in TW: Other lighthouses in the region include Anping, Anping North Outer Breakwater, Anping South Outer Breakwater, Badou (Pa-Tou) East Breakwater, Badou (Pa-Tou) East Inner Breakwater. View all on the Lighthouses Directory.

Nearby Ports

Tainan

TWTNN

6.2 NMESE

An Ping

TWAPG

6.3 NMSE

YUNG AN

TWYAN

15.5 NMSSE

Budai

TWBDA

19.3 NMN

Kaohsiung

TWKHH

30.8 NMSSE

Flash Characteristics

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
0 flashes

Physical Specifications

Focal Height
29.87m
Light Range
Not available
Status
ACTIVE
City
Tainan
Country
🇹🇼TW
Latitude
23.0458°
Longitude
120.0771°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Annan District Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Annan District Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl Red. 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 Annan District Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Annan District Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tainan at 6.2 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include An Ping (6.3 NM SE), YUNG AN (15.5 NM SSE), Budai (19.3 NM N), Kaohsiung (30.8 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Annan District Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Annan District Lighthouses 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.
What shipping routes pass near Annan District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Annan District Lighthouses Lighthouse is located within the Taiwan Strait — a major shipping corridor in East Asia connecting the East and South China Seas. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Annan District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Annan District Lighthouses 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.