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Bó'áo Lighthouse

Fl White 24s🇨🇳Qionghai City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bó'áo Lighthouse

This white, cylindrical concrete tower stands 75 meters tall and was built in 2011. Its structure includes a lantern, four ribs, and a large observation room. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 24 seconds from a focal height of 81 meters. It has a geographic range of 22.8 nautical miles. The nearest port is Qinglan, located 26.8 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse aids modern shipping in China's coastal waters and may serve as a landmark or observation point due to its contemporary design.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 24s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
24s
Raw Code
Fl W 24s
Focal Height
81m
Geographic Range
22.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2011

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Qinglan(26.8 km)
ARLHS No.
PRC-011

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
75m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical white concrete tower with lantern, four ribs, and a large observation room

Location

City
Qionghai City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Hainan
Latitude
19.1675°
Longitude
110.5872°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bó'áo Lighthouse at night?+
Bó'áo displays the characteristic Fl White 24s. 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 Bó'áo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bó'áo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Tanmen at 7.9 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Qinglan Pt (26.4 NM NNE), Huikou (49.2 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bó'áo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bó'áo 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 Bó'áo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bó'áo 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.