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Houyu Lighthouse

Fl W 6s🇨🇳Southern Fujian, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Houyu Lighthouse

The Houyu Lighthouse is operational, standing 33 meters above sea level. Its white light flashes once every 6 seconds. This navigational aid provides a geographic range of 16 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated in Southern Fujian, China.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 6s
Focal Height
33m
Geographic Range
16NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P3615
NGA No.
19168

Location

City
Southern Fujian
Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
24.4678°
Longitude
118.0559°

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Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Houyu Lighthouse at night?+
Houyu displays the characteristic Fl W 6s — 1 white flash every 6 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 Houyu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Houyu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Haicang, Xiamen at 1.2 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Xiamen (2.6 NM ESE), Xiamen Pt (2.6 NM NW), Zhangzhou (3.4 NM S), Xiamen (4.4 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Houyu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Houyu 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 Houyu Lighthouse?+
Houyu 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 Houyu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Houyu 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.