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Gǎng Lighthouse

Oc White 2s🇨🇳Qionghai City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Gǎng Lighthouse

The Gǎng lighthouse is a cylindrical, white concrete tower built in 2017. Standing 15 meters tall, its light is situated 16 meters above sea level. It emits an occulting white light that is on for one second and off for one second, providing guidance for vessels. The lighthouse is positioned on the south side of the harbor entrance at Tánmén Gǎng, a port located about 15 kilometers east of Qiónghǎi City in China's Hainan region. Its geographic range extends to 12.2 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe navigation of all vessels entering Tánmén Gǎng, a busy port east of Qiónghǎi. It clearly marks the harbor entrance, aiding the local fishing fleets and commercial traffic that use this active shipping lane.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 2s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Oc W 2s
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2017

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Qinglan(22.5 km)
Admiralty No.
P3348.474.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round white concrete tower

Location

City
Qionghai City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Hainan
Sea Region
Located on the south side of the harbor entrance at Tánmén Gǎng, a port about 15 km east of Qiónghǎi.
Latitude
19.2311°
Longitude
110.6234°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gǎng Lighthouse at night?+
Gǎng displays the characteristic Oc White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Gǎng Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gǎng Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Tanmen at 8.9 NM to the W. Other ports served include Qinglan Pt (22.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gǎng Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gǎng 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 Gǎng Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gǎng 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.