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Nandingdao Lighthouse

Fl W 5s🇨🇳Southern Fujian, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nandingdao Lighthouse

Nandingdao Lighthouse is a 60-meter tall white masonry tower. The structure features a black masonry column with white bands. It emits a white light with a flashing characteristic. Additionally, the lighthouse is equipped with a RACON signal transmitting the Morse code for X. It is operational and provides a geographic range of 15 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
60m
Geographic Range
15NM

Location

City
Southern Fujian
Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
24.1352°
Longitude
118.0371°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
60m
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: Black masonry column, white banded; 33. RACON X(– • • –) (3 cm)

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P3605
NGA No.
19188
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nandingdao Lighthouse at night?+
Nandingdao displays the characteristic Fl W 5s — 1 white flash every 5 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 Nandingdao Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nandingdao 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 Nandingdao Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nandingdao 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 Nandingdao Lighthouse?+
Nandingdao 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 Nandingdao Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nandingdao 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.