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Línméngāo Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 6s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Línméngāo Lighthouse

Also known as: Línméngāo (Línjìnyǔ)

Established in 2010, the Línméngāo lighthouse stands on the southern point of Línjìnyǔ island, approximately 2 kilometers offshore. The cylindrical concrete tower, standing 8 meters tall, is painted with red and white horizontal bands. It emits a white light with a single flash every six seconds, visible for 13.8 nautical miles. The focal height of the light is 23 meters. The lighthouse is located about 16.6 kilometers from the nearest port, Zhangzhou.

Why it matters: This modern aid guides vessels navigating the waters around Línjìnyǔ island, marking its southern point to prevent groundings or collisions.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
23m
Geographic Range
13.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2010

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Zhangzhou(16.6 km)
Admiralty No.
P3605.5
NGA No.
19187

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, covered with tile colored with red and white horizontal bands

Location

Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
southern point of Línjìnyǔ island, about 2 km offshore
Latitude
24.1350°
Longitude
118.0375°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Línméngāo Lighthouse at night?+
Línméngāo displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 6s — 2 white flashes every 6 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 Línméngāo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Línméngāo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Zhangzhou at 16.6 NM to the N. Other ports served include Haicang, Xiamen (19 NM N), Xiamen (19.2 NM N), Jiuzhen (19.5 NM WSW), Longhai (20.8 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Línméngāo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Línméngāo 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 Línméngāo Lighthouse?+
Línméngāo 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 Línméngāo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Línméngāo 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.