Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Shānlóngyǔ Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇳Hui'an County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shānlóngyǔ Lighthouse

Also known as: Shānlóngyǔ (Shānlóng Yǔ)

Shānlóngyǔ lighthouse stands on a cylindrical concrete tower measuring 8.5 meters in height, painted with red and white horizontal bands. It is situated on a small island about 2 kilometers northeast of the Jiànyǔ lighthouse, near Hui'an County in China's Fujian region. The light emits a white flash every 4 seconds from a focal height of 24.5 meters, with a geographic range of 14.2 nautical miles. Construction details and the exact operational start date are not specified. The lighthouse is located approximately 13 kilometers by sea from the nearest port, Xiuyu.

Why it matters: This lighthouse aids vessels navigating the waters northeast of the Jiànyǔ lighthouse, helping them maintain position and avoid hazards within its designated maritime zone.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
24.5m
Geographic Range
14.2NM

Location

City
Hui'an County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
Located on a small island about 2 km northeast of the Jiànyǔ lighthouse.
Latitude
24.9836°
Longitude
119.0233°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, colored with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Xiuyu(13.0 km)
Admiralty No.
P3627.55.
NGA No.
19137
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Shānlóngyǔ Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near China, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shānlóngyǔ Lighthouse at night?+
Shānlóngyǔ displays the characteristic Fl White 4s. 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 Shānlóngyǔ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shānlóngyǔ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hui'an,Quanzhou at 5.7 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Quangang,Quanzhou (10.7 NM NNW), XIUYU (13.3 NM N), Meizhou (14.2 NM N), QUANZHOU (18.4 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shānlóngyǔ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shānlóngyǔ 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 Shānlóngyǔ Lighthouse?+
Shānlóngyǔ 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 Shānlóngyǔ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shānlóngyǔ 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.