Dongdao Lighthouse

R🇨🇳Xisha (Paracel Islands), CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Dongdao Lighthouse

Dongdao lighthouse is operational and emits a red light. It is situated in Xisha, part of the Paracel Islands. The structure provides visual guidance for maritime traffic in the region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
R
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Location

City
Xisha (Paracel Islands)
Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
16.6702°
Longitude
112.7222°
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dongdao Lighthouse still active and maintained?

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Yes, Dongdao 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 Dongdao Lighthouse?

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You can track vessels near Dongdao 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.

What is the Dongdao lighthouse used for?

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It is a fixed navigational aid on the coast at Xisha (Paracel Islands), CN. Mariners identify it by its light characteristic — the pattern, colour and timing of its flashes — which is unique among the lights in its area, so a bearing on it fixes a vessel’s position without instruments.