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Shíkēngyǔzǐ Lighthouse

Fl 6s🇨🇳Longhai District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shíkēngyǔzǐ Lighthouse

Also known as: Shíkēngyǔzǐ (Tudao, Tu Dao)

Built in 1992, this concrete lighthouse stands 10.5 meters tall with a focal height of 22 meters. Its cylindrical tower displays black and white horizontal bands. The light emitted two white flashes. Located on a mainland promontory opposite Xiàméndǎo's southwest tip, it was near the port of Zhangzhou. The lighthouse was listed by the Admiralty but removed in 2020. It was inactive for an unknown period, with its light eventually obscured by nearby urban development.

Why it matters: This lighthouse's significance stems from its brief operational life, demonstrating how rapid urban expansion can render traditional navigational aids obsolete.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1992

Significant events: Admiralty listing dropped in 2020, light inactive for an unknown period

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Zhangzhou(1.4 km)
Admiralty No.
P3612.2
NGA No.
19150.8

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower, covered with tiles colored in black and white horizontal bands

Location

City
Longhai District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
on a promontory of the mainland opposite the southwestern tip of Xiàméndǎo
Latitude
24.4076°
Longitude
118.0660°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shíkēngyǔzǐ Lighthouse at night?+
Shíkēngyǔzǐ displays the characteristic Fl 6s. 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 Shíkēngyǔzǐ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shíkēngyǔzǐ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Zhangzhou at 1 NM to the W. Other ports served include Haicang, Xiamen (2.5 NM N), Xiamen (3.2 NM NE), Xiamen Pt (6.1 NM NNW), Xiamen (7.1 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shíkēngyǔzǐ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shíkēngyǔzǐ 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 Shíkēngyǔzǐ Lighthouse?+
Shíkēngyǔzǐ 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 Shíkēngyǔzǐ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shíkēngyǔzǐ 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.