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Cǎotánjiǎo Lighthouse

Fl White🇨🇳Zhanjiang City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cǎotánjiǎo Lighthouse

Cǎotánjiǎo Lighthouse is a 20-meter round cylindrical tower situated on a low cape at the southern entrance to Liàn Bay. Its light originates from a focal height of 21 meters, casting a white flashing beam visible for 13.4 nautical miles. This operational aid is located near Zhanjiang City in China's Guangdong region. The lighthouse serves as a marker for vessels entering and exiting the bay.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is a major navigational aid, essential for safe passage into and out of Liàn Bay, preventing groundings on the low cape.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Raw Code
Fl W
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Location

City
Zhanjiang City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Guangdong
Sea Region
A low cape at the south side of the entrance to Liàn Bay.
Latitude
21.3438°
Longitude
109.7598°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
cylindrical

Structure: round cylindrical tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tieshan(13.9 km)
Admiralty No.
P3327.123.
NGA No.
CN-4863.5
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cǎotánjiǎo Lighthouse at night?+
Cǎotánjiǎo displays the characteristic Fl White. 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 Cǎotánjiǎo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cǎotánjiǎo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Anpu at 4.7 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Tieshan (14.8 NM NW), Shitoubu Pt (18.6 NM NW), Beitan (27.4 NM E), Taiping (29.4 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cǎotánjiǎo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cǎotánjiǎo 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 Cǎotánjiǎo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cǎotánjiǎo 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.