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Bōzhōudǎo (Bōzhōu Dǎo) Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇨🇳Changle District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bōzhōudǎo (Bōzhōu Dǎo) Lighthouse

This square pyramidal concrete tower, painted white, stands 11 meters tall on Bozhou Island. Built in 1988, its focal height reaches 21 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 10 seconds, visible for 13.4 nautical miles. Its nearest port is Fuzhou, located 14.5 kilometers away. This active navigational aid is part of China's maritime safety infrastructure in the Fujian region.

Why it matters: The lighthouse helps vessels identify Bozhou Island's position, aiding safe passage through local shipping routes.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1988

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fuzhou(14.5 km)
Admiralty No.
P3634.2
NGA No.
19132.5

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square pyramidal concrete tower with gallery, painted white

Location

City
Changle District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
Bozhou Island, China
Latitude
25.9772°
Longitude
119.7186°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bōzhōudǎo (Bōzhōu Dǎo) Lighthouse at night?+
Bōzhōudǎo (Bōzhōu Dǎo) displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 10s — 2 white flashes every 10 seconds. 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 Bōzhōudǎo (Bōzhōu Dǎo) Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bōzhōudǎo (Bōzhōu Dǎo) Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Taijiang at 13.4 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Songxia Pt (14 NM SSW), Mawei Pt (14.5 NM W), FUZHOU (15.4 NM W), Dongdaiwan (16.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bōzhōudǎo (Bōzhōu Dǎo) Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bōzhōudǎo (Bōzhōu Dǎo) 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 Bōzhōudǎo (Bōzhōu Dǎo) Lighthouse?+
Bōzhōudǎo (Bōzhōu Dǎo) 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 Bōzhōudǎo (Bōzhōu Dǎo) Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bōzhōudǎo (Bōzhōu Dǎo) 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.