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Qian Yan Lighthouse

Fl W 4s🇨🇳Southern Fujian, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Qian Yan Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands as a 39-meter hexagonal concrete column, painted white. Its light emits a single white flash every 4 seconds. The focal height of the light source is 26 meters above sea level. The structure offers a geographic range of 10 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl.W. period 4s
Focal Height
26m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Southern Fujian
Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
23.9119°
Longitude
117.8614°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
39m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White hexagonal concrete column; 39

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P3604
NGA No.
19192
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Qian Yan Lighthouse at night?+
Qian Yan displays the characteristic Fl W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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.
Which ports and harbors does Qian Yan Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Qian Yan Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Jiuzhen at 11.5 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Gangluan (18.3 NM WSW), Dongshan Pt (21.5 NM WSW), Longhai (31.5 NM N), Zhangzhou (31.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Qian Yan Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Qian Yan 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 Qian Yan Lighthouse?+
Qian Yan 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 Qian Yan Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Qian Yan 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.