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Dàjīlóng Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 10s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Dàjīlóng Lighthouse

Also known as: Dàjīlóng (Dàjīlóng Dǎo)

The Dàjīlóng lighthouse, established in 2007, is an 8-meter tall cylindrical concrete tower. Its light is positioned 16 meters over the water. The white ceramic-tiled structure produces a white flash characteristic of Fl W 10s, visible for 12.2 nautical miles. It is located at the southeastern entrance to the Qùpí Pass, 32.1 kilometers from Saiqi.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the southeastern entrance to the Qùpí Pass, serving as a navigation aid for vessels in the area.

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
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2007

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Saiqi(32.1 km)
Admiralty No.
P3643.05.
NGA No.
CN-2862.5

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, covered with white ceramic tile

Location

Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
southeastern entrance to the Qùpí Pass
Latitude
26.9304°
Longitude
120.2797°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dàjīlóng Lighthouse at night?+
Dàjīlóng 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 Dàjīlóng Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dàjīlóng Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sansha at 3.4 NM to the W. Other ports served include Haitian Terminal/ Xiamen (10.2 NM N), Xiangyu Terminal/ Xiamen (10.4 NM N), Binyang (19.4 NM N), Saiqi (32 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dàjīlóng Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dàjīlóng 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 Dàjīlóng Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dàjīlóng 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.