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Hualien Lighthouse

Fl (3) Green 12s🇹🇼TWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Hualien Lighthouse

The Hualien Lighthouse, a steel, tapered square skeletal tower, stands 28 meters tall and was built in 1965. It is painted white and features a gallery. The station was first established in 1910, with the current tower replacing an earlier, more modest structure. Its green light flashes once every 12 seconds, providing a geographic range of 17.9 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated in downtown Hualien, Taiwan, a short distance from the nearest port.

Why it matters: This light guides vessels along Taiwan's eastern coast and marks the entrance to the port of Hualien.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) Green 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl G 12s
Focal Height
45m
Geographic Range
17.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1965
First Lit
1910

Significant events: station established 1910

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Hualien(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
P4706
NGA No.
13732
ARLHS No.
TAI-012

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
28m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
steel

Structure: tapered square skeletal tower with gallery, painted white

Location

Country
🇹🇼Taiwan
Sea Region
downtown Hualien, Taiwan
Latitude
23.9696°
Longitude
121.6279°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hualien Lighthouse at night?+
Hualien displays the characteristic Fl (3) Green 12s — 3 green flashes every 12 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hualien Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hualien Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Hualien at 0.4 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Hoping (18.7 NM NNE), Hoping (21.2 NM NNE), Suao (39.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hualien Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hualien 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 Hualien Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hualien 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.