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Gēshāndōng Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Gēshāndōng Lighthouse

Also known as: Gēshāndōng (Ge Shan East)

The Gēshāndōng lighthouse, built in 1985, is a square pyramidal concrete tower standing 10 meters tall. It is covered with white ceramic tile and features a gallery. The focal height of the light is 37 meters. This lighthouse emits one white flash every 10 seconds. It is situated on the eastern end of a small island located approximately 5 kilometers northeast of Sānshā. The geographic range of its light is 16.6 nautical miles. This structure is located about 30.7 kilometers from the nearest port of Saiqi.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the eastern extremity of its island and guides vessels navigating the waters northeast of Sānshā.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
37m
Geographic Range
16.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1985

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Saiqi(30.7 km)
Admiralty No.
P3643.2.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

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

Location

Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
Located at the east end of a small island about 5 km northeast of Sānshā.
Latitude
26.9416°
Longitude
120.2542°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Gēshāndōng Lighthouse at night?+
Gēshāndōng displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 10s — 3 white flashes every 10 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 Gēshāndōng Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Gēshāndōng Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sansha at 2.1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Haitian Terminal/ Xiamen (9.8 NM NNE), Xiangyu Terminal/ Xiamen (10.1 NM NNE), Binyang (19 NM NNE), Saiqi (30.6 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Gēshāndōng Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Gēshāndōng 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 Gēshāndōng Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Gēshāndōng 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.