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Kaohsiung South Entrance North Breakwater Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇹🇼Taiwan, TWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Kaohsiung South Entrance North Breakwater Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands 18.4 meters tall with its tower painted green. It emits a single white flash. The focal height is 18 meters, and its geographic range is 14.6 nautical miles. This structure is operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
14.6NM

Location

City
Taiwan
Country
🇹🇼TW
Latitude
22.5511°
Longitude
120.3008°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18.4m
Tower Color
green

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P4624.4
NGA No.
13788
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Kaohsiung South Entrance North Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Kaohsiung South Entrance North Breakwater displays the characteristic Fl W 10s — 1 white flash every 10 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 South Entrance North Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Kaohsiung South Entrance North Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Kaohsiung at 2.2 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include YUNG AN (16.7 NM NNW), An Ping (26.8 NM NNW), Tainan (27.7 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Kaohsiung South Entrance North Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Kaohsiung South Entrance 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 South Entrance North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Kaohsiung South Entrance 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 South Entrance North Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Kaohsiung South Entrance 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.