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Huìyǔ Nán Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 6s🇨🇳Nanpu, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Huìyǔ Nán Lighthouse

Also known as: Huìyǔ Nán (Huìyǔ South)

Huìyǔ Nán lighthouse is a 6-meter tall cylindrical concrete tower, painted with black and white horizontal bands. Located near Nanpu, its light flashes white every 6 seconds. This structure, situated 1.4 kilometers from Xiuyu port, offers a geographic range of 8.9 nautical miles. The site is open, but the tower is not accessible.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the southern extremity of Huìyǔ, serving as a navigation aid for vessels in the vicinity.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
6m
Geographic Range
8.9NM

Location

City
Nanpu
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
southern tip of Huìyǔ
Latitude
25.1743°
Longitude
118.9912°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Xiuyu(1.4 km)
Admiralty No.
P3627.685.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, colored with black and white horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Huìyǔ Nán Lighthouse at night?+
Huìyǔ Nán displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 6s — 2 white flashes 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Huìyǔ Nán Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Huìyǔ Nán Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is XIUYU at 1.8 NM to the N. Other ports served include Meizhou (2.6 NM N), Quangang,Quanzhou (4.7 NM WSW), Hui'an,Quanzhou (9 NM SSW), Jiangyin (22.7 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Huìyǔ Nán Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Huìyǔ Nán 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 Huìyǔ Nán Lighthouse?+
Huìyǔ Nán 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 Huìyǔ Nán Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Huìyǔ Nán 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.