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Liouciou Lighthouse

Fl W 10s🇹🇼Taiwan, TWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Liouciou Lighthouse

This lighthouse emits a white light, flashing once every 8 seconds. Its focal height reaches 89 meters above sea level. The light is visible for a geographic range of 14 nautical miles. The facility is currently operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 8s
Focal Height
89m
Geographic Range
14NM

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P4612
NGA No.
13776

Location

City
Taiwan
Country
🇹🇼TW
Latitude
22.3261°
Longitude
120.3600°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Liouciou Lighthouse at night?+
Liouciou 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 Liouciou Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Liouciou Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Kaohsiung at 15.7 NM to the N. Other ports served include YUNG AN (30.5 NM NNW), An Ping (40.7 NM NNW), Tainan (41.6 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Liouciou Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Liouciou 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 Liouciou Lighthouse?+
Liouciou 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 Liouciou Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Liouciou 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.