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Lǎoyǔ Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Lǎoyǔ Lighthouse

Also known as: Lǎoyǔ (Lǎo Yǔ)

The Lǎoyǔ Lighthouse is a 7-meter hexagonal concrete tower. Its exterior is marked with horizontal black and white bands. Situated on the southern tip of an island off the south coast of the Huángqí Peninsula, the lighthouse emits a white light, flashing once every 10 seconds. This light has a reach of 9.3 nautical miles. The closest port, Aojiang, is located 35.2 kilometers distant.

Why it matters: The Lǎoyǔ Lighthouse indicates the southern end of its island and serves as a navigation aid for ships sailing along the Fujian coast.

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
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
southern tip of an island off the south coast of the Huángqí Peninsula
Latitude
27.0245°
Longitude
120.4185°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: hexagonal concrete tower colored with black and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Aojiang(35.2 km)
Admiralty No.
P3646.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Lǎoyǔ Lighthouse at night?+
Lǎoyǔ 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 Lǎoyǔ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Lǎoyǔ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Xiangyu Terminal/ Xiamen at 7.1 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Haitian Terminal/ Xiamen (7.8 NM NW), Sansha (12.1 NM WSW), Binyang (14.3 NM NNW), Aojiang Pt (34.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Lǎoyǔ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Lǎoyǔ 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 Lǎoyǔ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Lǎoyǔ 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.