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Cháishān Lighthouse

Fl White 2s🇨🇳Xiangshan County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cháishān Lighthouse

Also known as: Cháishān (Chái Shān, Si Jiao)

This concrete cylindrical tower stands 7 meters tall, with its top 15 meters above sea level. It displays black and white horizontal bands. The lighthouse is situated on a reef about 12 kilometers east of the northern end of the Xiàngshān Peninsula. It emits a single white flash every 2 seconds, visible for nearly 12 nautical miles. The site is accessible by boat and open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed. Its nearest port is Liuheng, approximately 12.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: Cháishān Lighthouse guides ships approaching Xiàngshān Bay from the south, marking a key entry point.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 2s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Fl W 2s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

City
Xiangshan County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Zhejiang
Sea Region
Located on a reef about 12 km east of the northern end of the Xiàngshān Peninsula, guiding ships approaching Xiàngshān Bay from the south.
Latitude
29.5567°
Longitude
122.0674°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Liuheng(12.2 km)
Admiralty No.
P3690.25
NGA No.
18979.15

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, painted with black and white horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cháishān Lighthouse at night?+
Cháishān displays the characteristic Fl White 2s. 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 Cháishān Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cháishān Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is LIUHENG at 11.3 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include XIANGSHAN (17.2 NM W), Daxie Pt (20.5 NM NNW), Zhoushan (23.1 NM NNE), Beilun (24.6 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cháishān Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cháishān 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 Cháishān Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cháishān 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.