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Liù'áo Nán Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Liù'áo Nán Lighthouse

Also known as: Liù'áo Nán (Liù'áo South)

This operational lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 6.5 meters tall, covered with white tile. Its focal height reaches 24 meters, and it emits a white light with a characteristic of one flash every 10 seconds. The light has a geographic range of 14.1 nautical miles. Situated on the southern tip of the Liù'áo Peninsula, it is located approximately 12.9 kilometers from the nearest port of Gulei. The structure helps define safe channels and warn of hazards along this dynamic coastline.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for safe navigation around the southern tip of the Liù'áo Peninsula, a potentially hazardous stretch of coastline. Its active light provides a critical reference point for ships, helping them to avoid groundings and maintain their course.

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
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Location

Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
southern tip of the Liù'áo Peninsula
Latitude
23.9062°
Longitude
117.7488°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower covered with white tile

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Gulei(12.9 km)
Admiralty No.
P3603.975.
NGA No.
CN-3204.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Liù'áo Nán Lighthouse at night?+
Liù'áo Nán 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 Liù'áo Nán Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Liù'áo Nán Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Jiuzhen at 8.1 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Gangluan (13.1 NM SW), Dongshan Pt (16 NM SW), Longhai (32.3 NM N), Gongkou (32.7 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Liù'áo Nán Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Liù'áo Nán 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 Liù'áo Nán Lighthouse?+
Liù'áo Nán 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 Liù'áo Nán Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Liù'áo Nán 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.