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Dàmòluǎnzǐ Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇨🇳Xiangshan County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Dàmòluǎnzǐ Lighthouse

This lighthouse is a round, cylindrical concrete tower standing 8 meters tall, painted with black and white horizontal bands. Its focal height reaches 15.5 meters above sea level. The light emits a red flash every five seconds, visible for a geographic range of 12 nautical miles. It is situated on a small islet just off the eastern tip of Dàmòshān island, near Xiangshan County in China's Zhejiang region. The nearest port, Shipu, is 15.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's red flash every five seconds marks a small islet off the eastern tip of Dàmòshān island, providing a navigational reference for vessels in the coastal waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
15.5m
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
Xiangshan County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Zhejiang
Sea Region
an islet just off the eastern tip of the island of Dàmòshān
Latitude
29.4137°
Longitude
122.0201°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

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

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Shipu(15.5 km)
Admiralty No.
P3684.8.
NGA No.
CN-2580.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Dàmòluǎnzǐ Lighthouse at night?+
Dàmòluǎnzǐ displays the characteristic Fl Red 5s. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Dàmòluǎnzǐ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Dàmòluǎnzǐ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shipu at 15.9 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include XIANGSHAN (17.7 NM NW), LIUHENG (20.3 NM NNE), Huangxian (25.1 NM WNW), Nanning (26.6 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Dàmòluǎnzǐ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Dàmòluǎnzǐ 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 Dàmòluǎnzǐ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Dàmòluǎnzǐ 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.