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Nánsānliàngchējiāo Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nánsānliàngchējiāo Lighthouse

Also known as: Nánsānliàngchējiāo (Xiǎn Jiāo)

This concrete and fiberglass lighthouse, painted with red and white horizontal bands, stands 21 meters tall. Its cylindrical tower features a fiberglass upper section shaped like an hourglass, mounted on a hexagonal concrete pedestal. The light emits a single white flash every 5 seconds, visible for 13.4 nautical miles. The original light at this location was established in 1928, followed by a second lighthouse built in 1961. The current structure was erected in 1987.

Why it matters: Established to warn ships about the Nánsānliàngchējiāo, a dangerous rocky reef located about 25 km southeast of Dàlián, its strategic placement aids in preventing groundings.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1987
First Lit
1928

Significant events: original light established 1928, second lighthouse built 1961

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dalian(10.3 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
21m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red and white horizontal bands, unpainted concrete base
Material
concrete, fiberglass

Structure: round hourglass-shaped fiberglass tower mounted on a hexagonal cylindrical concrete pedestal

Location

Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Liaoning
Sea Region
rocky reef about 25 km southeast of Dàlián
Latitude
38.9631°
Longitude
121.9843°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nánsānliàngchējiāo Lighthouse at night?+
Nánsānliàngchējiāo displays the characteristic Fl White 5s. 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 Nánsānliàngchējiāo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nánsānliàngchējiāo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is DALIAN at 10.5 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Dalian Pt (15.1 NM W), Dayaowan (15.1 NM W), Dagang (15.1 NM W), Dalian (18.2 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nánsānliàngchējiāo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nánsānliàngchējiāo 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.
How can I track vessels near Nánsānliàngchējiāo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nánsānliàngchējiāo 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.