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Jīngliánjiāo Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 5s🇨🇳Dinghai District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Jīngliánjiāo Lighthouse

Also known as: Jīngliánjiāo (Jīnglián Jiāo)

This concrete lighthouse stands 15 meters tall on a reef at the western entrance to Zhōushān's inner harbor. The cylindrical tower, built in 1998, is painted black and features a gallery. It is mounted on a round concrete pier and presents a hexagonal cylindrical shape. The light emits white flashes every 5 seconds from a focal height of 11 meters. Located just 0.6 kilometers from Zhoushan port, it guides vessels through the harbor's approach.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is indispensable for maritime traffic navigating the western entrance to Zhōushān's inner harbor, warning ships away from the reef it occupies.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
10.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1998

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Zhoushan(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
P3714.0995.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black
Material
concrete

Structure: hexagonal cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, mounted on a round concrete pier

Location

City
Dinghai District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Zhejiang
Sea Region
on a reef in the western entrance to Zhōushān's inner harbor
Latitude
29.9869°
Longitude
122.1116°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Jīngliánjiāo Lighthouse at night?+
Jīngliánjiāo displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 5s — 2 white flashes every 5 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 Jīngliánjiāo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Jīngliánjiāo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Majistan/Zhoushan at 1.9 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Zhoushan (6.5 NM SE), Daxie Pt (10.5 NM SW), Beilun (12.3 NM WSW), Ningbo (13.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Jīngliánjiāo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Jīngliánjiāo 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 Jīngliánjiāo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Jīngliánjiāo 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.