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Mǎ'ānyǔ Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 6s🇨🇳Dongshan County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Mǎ'ānyǔ Lighthouse

Also known as: Mǎ'ānyǔ (Mǎ'ān Yǔ, Saddle Island)

Mǎ'ānyǔ Lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower constructed in 1954, standing 8 meters tall. It displays red and white horizontal bands and is situated on an island near the Dōngshān waterfront. The light emits two white flashes every 6 seconds from a focal height of 18 meters, with a geographic range of 12.7 nautical miles. Access to the lighthouse is limited to boat travel. It is located 1.4 kilometers from the nearest port in Dongshan County.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides local shipping and fishing vessels along the Dōngshān waterfront, ensuring safe passage near the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl(2) W 6s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1954

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dongshan(1.4 km)
Admiralty No.
P3600.88.
NGA No.
CN-3223

Tower & Structure

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

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

Location

City
Dongshan County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
an island off the Dōngshān waterfront
Latitude
23.7608°
Longitude
117.5328°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Mǎ'ānyǔ Lighthouse at night?+
Mǎ'ānyǔ 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 Mǎ'ānyǔ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Mǎ'ānyǔ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Dongshan Pt at 1.4 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Gangluan (2.4 NM E), Gongkou (18.2 NM WSW), Jiuzhen (18.8 NM NNE), Zhelin (26.1 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Mǎ'ānyǔ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Mǎ'ānyǔ 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 Mǎ'ānyǔ Lighthouse?+
Mǎ'ānyǔ 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 Mǎ'ānyǔ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Mǎ'ānyǔ 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.