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Niǎoqíjiāo Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇳Siming, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Niǎoqíjiāo Lighthouse

Also known as: Niǎoqíjiāo (Niǎoqí Jiāo)

This concrete lighthouse, built in 2006, stands 8 meters tall on a square concrete pier. Its cylindrical tower is painted with horizontal bands of green and white. The light emits a white flash every 4 seconds, visible for 9.3 nautical miles. The structure is located north of the northern tip of Gùlàngyǔ, a renowned island destination, and is situated within the Siming district of Fujian province. Its nearest port is Zhangzhou, 3 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The Niǎoqíjiāo lighthouse is essential for guiding local shipping and recreational craft navigating the waters north of Gùlàngyǔ, helping to mark the island's northern tip.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2006

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Zhangzhou(3.0 km)
Admiralty No.
P3614.5
NGA No.
19163

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round concrete tower, mounted on a square concrete pier

Location

City
Siming
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
Located north of the northern tip of Gùlàngyǔ.
Latitude
24.4589°
Longitude
118.0611°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Niǎoqíjiāo Lighthouse at night?+
Niǎoqíjiāo displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Niǎoqíjiāo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Niǎoqíjiāo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Haicang, Xiamen at 0.6 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Xiamen (2.2 NM ESE), Zhangzhou (3 NM SSW), Xiamen Pt (3.2 NM NNW), Xiamen (4.6 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Niǎoqíjiāo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Niǎoqíjiāo 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 Niǎoqíjiāo Lighthouse?+
Niǎoqíjiāo 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 Niǎoqíjiāo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Niǎoqíjiāo 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.