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Nánwūjiāo Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 6s🇨🇳Shishi City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Nánwūjiāo Lighthouse

Also known as: Nánwūjiāo (Nánwū Jiāo)

A round, cylindrical concrete tower painted red, this lighthouse stands 18 meters tall. Its focal height is also 18 meters, providing a geographic range of 12.7 nautical miles. The light emits a single white flash every 6 seconds. It is mounted on a square concrete pier and is located on a shoal marking the south side of the channel in Quanzhou harbor, near the Quanzhou Bridge. The station was first established in 1955, with the current structure built and lit in 2013. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation through Quanzhou harbor, specifically alerting vessels to the shoal on the south side of the channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
18m
Geographic Range
12.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2013

Significant events: station established 1955

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical white concrete tower with lantern and gallery, mounted on a square concrete pier

Location

City
Shishi City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
shoal on the south side of the channel in Quánzhōu harbor, a short distance east of the Quánzhōu Bridge
Latitude
24.8061°
Longitude
118.7147°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Quanzhou(3.0 km)
Admiralty No.
P3621.9.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Nánwūjiāo Lighthouse at night?+
Nánwūjiāo displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 6s — 2 white flashes every 6 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Nánwūjiāo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Nánwūjiāo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is QUANZHOU at 1.7 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Xiangzhi (3.7 NM SE), Houzhu (5.3 NM NNW), Shishi (6.2 NM SW), Quanzhou (9.9 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Nánwūjiāo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Nánwūjiāo 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 Nánwūjiāo Lighthouse?+
Nánwūjiāo 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 Nánwūjiāo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Nánwūjiāo 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.