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Chìyǔ Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 6s🇨🇳Hui'an County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Chìyǔ Lighthouse

Also known as: Chìyǔ (Chì Yǔ, Red Island)

Chìyǔ Lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 6 meters tall, covered with white ceramic tiles. Its focal plane is 9 meters above sea level, and it emits a white light with two flashes every 6 seconds. The lighthouse is located southwest of the Dàzuòyán lighthouse in Hui'an County, Fujian, China. Access to the site is restricted and only possible by boat, underscoring its remote nature. Its geographic range is 10 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides a distinct light characteristic aiding local maritime navigation, helping vessels determine their position relative to the Dàzuòyán lighthouse and ensuring safe passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Hui'an County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
Located southwest of the Dàzuòyán lighthouse.
Latitude
24.8789°
Longitude
118.9816°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, covered with white ceramic tiles

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Quanzhou(17.4 km)
Admiralty No.
P3626.5.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Chìyǔ Lighthouse at night?+
Chìyǔ displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 6s — 2 white flashes every 6 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 Chìyǔ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Chìyǔ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hui'an,Quanzhou at 9.6 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Xiangzhi (13.5 NM WSW), QUANZHOU (13.9 NM WSW), Quangang,Quanzhou (15.7 NM NNW), Houzhu (17.2 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Chìyǔ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Chìyǔ 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 Chìyǔ Lighthouse?+
Chìyǔ 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 Chìyǔ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Chìyǔ 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.