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Quèjiāo Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 12s🇨🇳Xiangshan County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Quèjiāo Lighthouse

Also known as: Quèjiāo (Què Jiāo, Magpie Reef)

This cylindrical concrete tower stands 15 meters tall on a reef at the southern entrance to Xiàngshān Bay. Painted white, it features a focal height of 19 meters. The lighthouse emits a white light with a characteristic of a single white flash every 12 seconds. Its geographic range extends to 12.9 nautical miles. Access to the site is permitted, though the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest port is Xiangshan, located 8.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the southern entrance to Xiàngshān Bay and warns vessels of the reef. Its light signal aids safe navigation for ships entering and exiting the bay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl W 12s
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Location

City
Xiangshan County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Zhejiang
Sea Region
Xiàngshān Bay, marking the southern entrance on a reef
Latitude
29.6623°
Longitude
121.9078°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Xiangshan(8.5 km)
Admiralty No.
P3692.4.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Quèjiāo Lighthouse at night?+
Quèjiāo displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 12s — 3 white flashes every 12 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 Quèjiāo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Quèjiāo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is XIANGSHAN at 10.1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include LIUHENG (12.8 NM ENE), Daxie Pt (13.4 NM N), Ningbo Pt (16.1 NM N), Beilun (16.3 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Quèjiāo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Quèjiāo 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 Quèjiāo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Quèjiāo 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.