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Guleitou Lighthouse

Fl (2) W 10s🇨🇳Southern Fujian, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Guleitou Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse stands 114 meters above sea level. The round tower is painted red and emits a light characteristic of two white flashes every 10 seconds. Its focal height allows for visibility across a wide area. This structure serves as a navigational aid in the Southern Fujian region. The tower's distinctive red color aids in daytime identification.

Why it matters: The lighthouse offers a geographic range of 24 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 10s
Focal Height
114m
Geographic Range
24NM

Location

City
Southern Fujian
Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
23.7216°
Longitude
117.5888°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: Red tower

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P3603
NGA No.
19200
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Guleitou Lighthouse at night?+
Guleitou displays the characteristic Fl (2) W 10s — 2 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.
Which ports and harbors does Guleitou Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Guleitou Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gangluan at 2.2 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Dongshan Pt (4.9 NM WNW), Jiuzhen (19.7 NM NNE), Gongkou (20.3 NM WSW), Zhelin (28.1 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Guleitou Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Guleitou 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 Guleitou Lighthouse?+
Guleitou 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 Guleitou Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Guleitou 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.