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Anzai Yǔ Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Anzai Yǔ Lighthouse

Anzai Yǔ is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 9.5 meters tall, painted with red and white horizontal bands. Its light is positioned 27 meters above sea level. This aid emits a white flash every 6 seconds and has a geographic range of 14.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located on a small islet near the northern coast of Nán'àodǎo, approximately 7.1 kilometers from the port of Sanbaimen. Its structure is a round concrete tower with a gallery, also featuring the distinctive red and white horizontal banding.

Why it matters: The light from Anzai Yǔ guides vessels navigating the waters off the north coast of Nán'àodǎo, helping them avoid potential dangers in this section of the South China Sea.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
27m
Geographic Range
14.7NM

Location

Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
23.4708°
Longitude
117.0101°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with gallery painted with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sanbaimen(7.1 km)
Admiralty No.
P3587.598.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Anzai Yǔ Lighthouse at night?+
Anzai Yǔ displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Anzai Yǔ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Anzai Yǔ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nanao Pt at 2.4 NM to the S. Other ports served include Chaozhou (7.7 NM NE), Zhelin (8.4 NM NE), Sanbaimen (9.6 NM NNE), Raoping (11.8 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Anzai Yǔ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Anzai Yǔ 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 Anzai Yǔ Lighthouse?+
Anzai Yǔ 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 Anzai Yǔ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Anzai Yǔ 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.