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Miàozihúdǎo Nán Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇨🇳Putuo District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Miàozihúdǎo Nán Lighthouse

Also known as: Miàozihúdǎo Nán (Miàozihú Dǎo South)

The Miàozihúdǎo Nán Lighthouse is a round concrete tower standing 8.5 meters tall with a focal height of 15 meters. It is painted with red and white horizontal bands. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 6 seconds, visible for 11.9 nautical miles. Located at the southern tip of Miàozihú, the island's most populated landmass, the site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed. The nearest major port is Zhoushan, situated 31.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides local shipping and fishing vessels around the southern tip of Miàozihú, a key navigational point for the island's most populous area. Its distinctive appearance serves as a clear daymark.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

City
Putuo District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Zhejiang
Sea Region
southern tip of Miàozihú, which appears to be the most populous island of the group
Latitude
30.1866°
Longitude
122.6876°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Zhoushan(31.7 km)
Admiralty No.
P3721.5.
NGA No.
18903.7

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower painted with red and white horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Miàozihúdǎo Nán Lighthouse at night?+
Miàozihúdǎo Nán displays the characteristic Fl White 6s. 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 Miàozihúdǎo Nán Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Miàozihúdǎo Nán Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Zhoushan at 29.5 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Majistan/Zhoushan (32.2 NM WSW), Maji Shan (33.2 NM NNW), Lü-hua Shan (36.2 NM N), LIUHENG (39.4 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Miàozihúdǎo Nán Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Miàozihúdǎo 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.
How can I track vessels near Miàozihúdǎo Nán Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Miàozihúdǎo 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.