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Nánpēngdǎo Lighthouse

Fl White 12s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nánpēngdǎo Lighthouse

Also known as: Nánpēngdǎo (Nánpēng Lièdǎo, Nánpēng Islands)

The Nánpēngdǎo Lighthouse is a 23-meter-high cylindrical concrete structure completed in 1994. It features a lantern, gallery, and observation room atop a square, single-story equipment building. The light flashes white once every 12 seconds (Fl W 12s) from a focal height of 92 meters, with a range of 24 nautical miles. Located on the highest and southernmost island of its chain, it is positioned approximately 20.2 kilometers from Chaozhou, facing the South China Sea.

Why it matters: This navigation aid marks the entrance to the port of Shàntóu and is a primary landfall light for vessels navigating the Taiwan Strait.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
92m
Geographic Range
24NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1994

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Chaozhou(20.2 km)
ARLHS No.
PRC-046

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower with lantern, gallery, and observation room, centered on a square 1-story equipment building

Location

Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
23.2593°
Longitude
117.2881°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nánpēngdǎo Lighthouse at night?+
Nánpēngdǎo displays the characteristic Fl White 12s. 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 Nánpēngdǎo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nánpēngdǎo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Nanao Pt at 18.8 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Chaozhou (21 NM NNW), Zhelin (22 NM NNW), Gongkou (22.7 NM N), Sanbaimen (24.2 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nánpēngdǎo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nánpēngdǎo 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 Nánpēngdǎo Lighthouse?+
Nánpēngdǎo 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 Nánpēngdǎo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nánpēngdǎo 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.