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Niúyǔ Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇳Hui'an County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Niúyǔ Lighthouse

Also known as: Niúyǔ (Cattle Island)

Niúyǔ Lighthouse is a concrete cylindrical tower standing 8 meters tall, situated on an island in Dàgǎng Bay. It features green and white horizontal bands. The focal height of the light is 37 meters, and it emits a white flash every 4 seconds. The lighthouse's geographic range is 16.6 nautical miles. The site is accessible by boat and is open to visitors, though the tower itself remains closed to the public. The nearest port is Xiuyu, 15.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels of a partially submerged ridge extending from the island, presenting a navigational hazard in Dàgǎng Bay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
37m
Geographic Range
16.6NM

Location

City
Hui'an County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
Dàgǎng Bay, on an island near the end of a partially submerged ridge.
Latitude
24.9372°
Longitude
118.9739°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Xiuyu(15.7 km)
Admiralty No.
P3627.4.
NGA No.
19141

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower colored with green and white horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Niúyǔ Lighthouse at night?+
Niúyǔ 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 Niúyǔ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Niúyǔ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hui'an,Quanzhou at 6.2 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Quangang,Quanzhou (12.2 NM NNW), QUANZHOU (14.7 NM WSW), Xiangzhi (15.2 NM SW), XIUYU (16 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Niúyǔ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Niúyǔ 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 Niúyǔ Lighthouse?+
Niúyǔ 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 Niúyǔ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Niúyǔ 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.