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Fújiàn Tóu Lighthouse

Fl (4) White 12s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Fújiàn Tóu Lighthouse

Also known as: Fújiàn Tóu (Fújiàn Head)

This concrete lighthouse, completed in 1996, stands at the northernmost point of Fujian's coastline. Its cylindrical tower, covered in white ceramic tile, reaches a height of 14 meters, with its light situated 53 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 12 seconds, visible for over 19 nautical miles. It is located on a promontory that marks the southern side of the entrance to Shāchéng harbor. The base of an older beacon remains standing next to the current structure, serving as a link to the site's past.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is important for guiding vessels into and out of Shāchéng harbor and warns mariners of the northernmost point of the Fujian coastline.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (4) White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
53m
Geographic Range
19.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1996

Significant events: The stump of the older beacon survives next to the lighthouse.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Aojiang(27.6 km)
Admiralty No.
P3648.13.
NGA No.
CN-2835

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
White ceramic tile
Material
concrete

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

Location

Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
marks the northernmost point of the Fújiàn coastline, located on a promontory at the south side of the entrance to Shāchéng harbor.
Latitude
27.1523°
Longitude
120.4382°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Fújiàn Tóu Lighthouse at night?+
Fújiàn Tóu displays the characteristic Fl (4) White 12s — 4 white flashes every 12 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 Fújiàn Tóu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fújiàn Tóu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Xiangyu Terminal/ Xiamen at 7.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Haitian Terminal/ Xiamen (8 NM WSW), Binyang (8.1 NM NW), Sansha (17.7 NM SW), Aojiang Pt (27 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fújiàn Tóu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fújiàn Tóu 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 Fújiàn Tóu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fújiàn Tóu 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.