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Jiangjun District Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl Red🇹🇼Tainan, TWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Jiangjun District Lighthouses Lighthouse

This octagonal concrete tower stands 20 meters tall on the south breakwater of Jiangjun Harbor, guiding vessels into the port. Its red color and distinct octagonal shape make it easily identifiable. The light emits a red flash, visible for 13.8 nautical miles. Built from concrete, the structure reaches a focal height of 22.86 meters above sea level. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids navigation for fishing vessels and other maritime traffic entering Jiangjun Harbor from the open sea.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
Fl R
Focal Height
22.86m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Location

City
Tainan
Country
🇹🇼Taiwan
Sea Region
Jiangjun Harbor in northern Tainan, on the south breakwater
Latitude
23.2115°
Longitude
120.0740°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
An Ping(15.0 km)
Admiralty No.
P4630.61.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal 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 Jiangjun District Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Jiangjun District Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl Red. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Jiangjun District Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jiangjun District Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Budai at 9.4 NM to the N. Other ports served include Tainan (14 NM SSE), An Ping (14.8 NM SSE), YUNG AN (24.9 NM SSE), Lung-men (30.4 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jiangjun District Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jiangjun District Lighthouses 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 Jiangjun District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Jiangjun District Lighthouses 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 Jiangjun District Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jiangjun District Lighthouses 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.