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Jiālóng South Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 6s🇨🇳Zhanjiang City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Jiālóng South Lighthouse

Jiālóng South Light is a white masonry tower standing 11 meters tall, with its focal plane at 9.5 meters. It is located on the west bank of the Zhànjiāng estuary, approximately 1.1 kilometers south of the Jialong North Light. The tower is painted white and features a black vertical stripe on the range line. It emits a white light with a single flash every 6 seconds, visible for 10.2 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. This navigational aid is situated near the industrial port of Zhanjiang City.

Why it matters: This light, together with the Jialong North Light, establishes a critical range to guide vessels navigating the busy Zhànjiāng estuary and accessing the associated industrial port.

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
9.5m
Geographic Range
10.2NM

Location

City
Zhanjiang City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Guangdong
Sea Region
Located in an industrial port on the west bank of the Zhànjiāng estuary, about 1.1 km south of the Jialong North Light.
Latitude
21.3286°
Longitude
110.4070°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Xiahai(9.8 km)
Admiralty No.
P3382.432.
NGA No.
20083.2

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Color
white with a black vertical stripe on the range line

Structure: white masonry tower

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 Jiālóng South Lighthouse at night?+
Jiālóng South 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 Jiālóng South Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jiālóng South Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Beitan at 9.1 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include ZHANJIANG (9.2 NM SSE), Zhanjiang Pt (15.6 NM SSE), Yingzai (18.6 NM NNW), Wuchuan (20.5 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jiālóng South Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jiālóng South 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 Jiālóng South Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jiālóng South 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.