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Liánhuā Yǔ Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Liánhuā Yǔ Lighthouse

Also known as: Liánhuā Yǔ (Lotus Islet)

Liánhuā Yǔ is a tapered, cylindrical fiberglass tower constructed in 2003, measuring 10.5 meters in height. Its light is situated at a focal height of 16.5 meters. The structure features red and white horizontal bands and exhibits a white flash every 10 seconds (Fl W 10s). The light's range extends to 12.3 nautical miles. The station's origins date to 1955, and the original masonry tower was substituted with the present fiberglass form in 2003. Liánhuā Yǔ is located on a small islet within the Shāchéng estuary, about 7 kilometers northwest of the Fújiàn Head light.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a marker for the central channel of the Shāchéng estuary, assisting vessels navigating this waterway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
16.5m
Geographic Range
12.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2003

Significant events: station established 1955, original masonry tower replaced by fiberglass tower in 2003

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Aojiang(25.8 km)
Admiralty No.
P3648.1.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red and white horizontal bands
Material
fiberglass

Structure: tapered round fiberglass tower, colored in red and white horizontal bands

Location

Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
tiny islet in the center of the Shāchéng estuary, about 7 km northwest of the Fújiàn Head light
Latitude
27.2001°
Longitude
120.3940°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Liánhuā Yǔ Lighthouse at night?+
Liánhuā Yǔ displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 10s — 3 white flashes 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Liánhuā Yǔ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Liánhuā Yǔ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Binyang at 4.4 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Xiangyu Terminal/ Xiamen (7.3 NM SW), Haitian Terminal/ Xiamen (7.8 NM SW), Sansha (18.6 NM SSW), Aojiang Pt (25 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Liánhuā Yǔ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Liánhuā Yǔ 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 Liánhuā Yǔ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Liánhuā Yǔ 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.