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Kaohsiung South Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl R 3s🇹🇼Taiwan, TWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kaohsiung South Breakwater Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse stands 14.7 meters tall with a focal height of 15 meters. It emits a single red flash. During the day, a red and white triangle pointing upwards serves as the structure's daymark. The lighthouse is operational and designed with a round tower shape. It was constructed from concrete.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl R 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Taiwan
Country
🇹🇼TW
Latitude
22.6177°
Longitude
120.2562°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14.7m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: Red and white triangle, point up daymark

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P4621
NGA No.
13804
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kaohsiung South Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Kaohsiung South Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl R 3s — 1 red flash every 3 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Kaohsiung South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kaohsiung South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kaohsiung at 4 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include YUNG AN (12.1 NM NNW), An Ping (22.3 NM NNW), Tainan (23.2 NM N), Budai (45.8 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kaohsiung South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kaohsiung South 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 South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Kaohsiung South 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 South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kaohsiung South 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.