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Quản Tượng Lighthouse

Fl White 3s🇻🇳VNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Quản Tượng Lighthouse

Also known as: Quản Tượng (Fort Point, Tourane Bay)

The Quản Tượng lighthouse, established in 1903, is a cylindrical concrete tower painted white. Standing 5.5 meters tall, its focal height reaches 42 meters above sea level. Access to the light is provided by an external ladder. The light emits a white flash every 3 seconds, visible for 17.4 nautical miles. This station is located 0.9 kilometers from Da Nang, the nearest port.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns mariners of the promontory at the northeastern entrance to Danang Bay, a critical navigational point.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 3s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
3s
Raw Code
Fl W 3s
Focal Height
42m
Geographic Range
17.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1903

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Da Nang(0.9 km)
Admiralty No.
F3206
NGA No.
20296

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, painted white; access to the light is by an external ladder

Location

Country
🇻🇳VN
Latitude
16.1222°
Longitude
108.2139°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Quản Tượng Lighthouse at night?+
Quản Tượng displays the characteristic Fl White 3s. 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 Quản Tượng Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Quản Tượng Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tien Sa Terminal at 0.9 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Hai Son (1.7 NM SE), Da Nang (1.9 NM SE), Nguyen Van Troi Port (4.3 NM S), Song Han 9 (4.3 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Quản Tượng Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Quản Tượng 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 Quản Tượng Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Quản Tượng 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.