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Guānyǔ Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Guānyǔ Lighthouse

Also known as: Guānyǔ (Guān Yǔ)

Guānyǔ Lighthouse is a round, white concrete tower standing 9 meters tall. Its focal height reaches 44 meters, allowing its white light to be seen for 17.7 nautical miles. The light emits a single white flash every 3 seconds. Situated on a small island approximately 800 meters off the southeastern tip of Nán'àodǎo, the lighthouse is accessible only by boat. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself remains closed to public entry.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels navigating near the southeastern tip of Nán'àodǎo, guiding maritime traffic along the coastal shipping routes.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
44m
Geographic Range
17.7NM

Location

Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
23.4037°
Longitude
117.0990°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Chaozhou(9.2 km)
Admiralty No.
P3587.755.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: round white concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Guānyǔ Lighthouse at night?+
Guānyǔ displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Guānyǔ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Guānyǔ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nanao Pt at 5.6 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Chaozhou (9.7 NM N), Zhelin (10.8 NM N), Sanbaimen (12.8 NM N), Gongkou (15.6 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Guānyǔ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Guānyǔ 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 Guānyǔ Lighthouse?+
Guānyǔ 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 Guānyǔ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Guānyǔ 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.