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Niushan Dao Lighthouse

Fl W 12s🇨🇳Northern Fujian, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Niushan Dao Lighthouse

Also known as: Niushan Island Lighthouse

This lighthouse on Northern Fujian features a round concrete tower that stands 40 meters tall. The structure is painted with alternating white and red bands. It displays two white flashes every 12 seconds. The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 24 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W. period 12s
Focal Height
90m
Geographic Range
24NM

Location

City
Northern Fujian
Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
25.4344°
Longitude
119.9367°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
40m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white and red
Material
concrete

Structure: Red round metal tower, white banded, concrete base; 40. URUGUAY

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P3632
NGA No.
19136
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Niushan Dao Lighthouse at night?+
Niushan Dao displays the characteristic Fl W 12s — 1 white flash every 12 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 Niushan Dao Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Niushan Dao Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Jinjing at 9.2 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Pingtan (12.6 NM WNW), Xiaocuo Pt (14.1 NM S), Songxia Pt (25.5 NM NW), Xialong (33.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Niushan Dao Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Niushan Dao 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 Niushan Dao Lighthouse?+
Niushan Dao 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 Niushan Dao Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Niushan Dao 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.