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Kaohsiung North Breakwater Lighthouse

Iso W 4s🇹🇼Taiwan, TWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kaohsiung North Breakwater Lighthouse

This hexagonal concrete tower stands 14.6 meters tall and is painted green. Its focal plane is 15 meters above the water. The light characteristic is an isophase white flash occurring on a 6-second cycle. The structure has been operational since its construction.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 15.6 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso W 4s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Iso
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
15.6NM

Location

City
Taiwan
Country
🇹🇼TW
Latitude
22.6209°
Longitude
120.2568°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14.6m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: White hexagonal tower; 64

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P4620
NGA No.
13800
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kaohsiung North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Kaohsiung North Breakwater displays the characteristic Iso W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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.
Which ports and harbors does Kaohsiung North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kaohsiung North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kaohsiung at 4 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include YUNG AN (11.9 NM NNW), An Ping (22.1 NM NNW), Tainan (23.1 NM N), Budai (45.6 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kaohsiung North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kaohsiung North Breakwater 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 Kaohsiung North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Kaohsiung North Breakwater 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 Kaohsiung North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kaohsiung North Breakwater 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.