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Píngniúyǔ Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇨🇳Lianjiang County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Píngniúyǔ Lighthouse

This concrete lighthouse, built in 1988, stands 13 meters tall atop a reef southeast of Huángqízhèn. The hexagonal pyramidal structure is painted white and its light has a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. Its light characteristic is a white flash every 10 seconds, observed from a focal height of 12 meters. The station was first established in 1955, predating the current tower. It is located in Lianjiang County, Fujian, about 1.8 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns vessels of the reef it occupies, a hazard southeast of Huángqízhèn, and guides local shipping.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1988

Significant events: station established 1955

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lian Jiang(1.8 km)
Admiralty No.
P3641
NGA No.
19091.53

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
pyramidal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: hexagonal pyramidal concrete tower, painted white

Location

City
Lianjiang County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
Located atop a reef about 3 km (2 mi) southeast of Huángqízhèn.
Latitude
26.3071°
Longitude
119.8981°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Píngniúyǔ Lighthouse at night?+
Píngniúyǔ displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 10s — 3 white flashes every 10 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 Píngniúyǔ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Píngniúyǔ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is LIAN JIANG at 1.7 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include MATSU (9 NM SSE), LUOYUAN (15.3 NM NW), Dongdaiwan (15.8 NM WSW), Qianyu (21.5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Píngniúyǔ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Píngniúyǔ 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 Píngniúyǔ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Píngniúyǔ 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.