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Fangliao Fishing Harbor Lighthouse

Oc red 2s🇹🇼Fangliao, TWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Fangliao Fishing Harbor Lighthouse

Also known as: Fang-liao

Fangliao Fishing Harbor lighthouse, located in Pingtung County, Taiwan, stands 14 meters tall. Its structure is a cylindrical concrete tower featuring a square concrete skeletal base with a round enclosure at the top. The operational light emits a red signal with an occulting characteristic. With a focal height of 89 meters, it has a geographic range of 23.7 nautical miles. The lighthouse guides vessels into Fangliao Fishing Harbor, which is located 20.6 kilometers from Kaohsiung. While the lighthouse site is open to the public, the tower itself is not accessible.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for the safe navigation of fishing vessels entering and departing Fangliao Fishing Harbor, a significant economic center for the local fishing industry.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc red 2s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
red
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Oc.R
Focal Height
89m
Geographic Range
23.7NM

Location

City
Fangliao
Country
🇹🇼Taiwan
Region
Pingtung County
Latitude
22.3627°
Longitude
120.5936°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Kaohsiung(20.6 km)
Admiralty No.
P4606.1
NGA No.
13770
ARLHS No.
TAI-015

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: square concrete skeletal tower with a round enclosure at the top

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Fangliao Fishing Harbor Lighthouse at night?+
Fangliao Fishing Harbor displays the characteristic Oc red 2s. 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 Fangliao Fishing Harbor Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fangliao Fishing Harbor Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Kaohsiung at 20.3 NM to the NW. Other ports served include YUNG AN (34.8 NM NW), An Ping (44 NM NNW), Tainan (44.6 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fangliao Fishing Harbor Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fangliao Fishing Harbor 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 Fangliao Fishing Harbor Lighthouse?+
Fangliao Fishing Harbor 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 Fangliao Fishing Harbor Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fangliao Fishing Harbor 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.