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Shànwěi Gǎng Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Shànwěi Gǎng Lighthouse

Also known as: Shànwěi Gǎng (Sandianjin)

Shànwěi Gǎng is a 10-meter round cylindrical concrete tower with a black exterior and a single red horizontal band. It stands 10 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 6 seconds. It is located 15 kilometers from Huizhou. Access to this offshore location is only possible by boat. The lighthouse site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the entrance to Shànwěi, a critical shipping lane, and warns vessels approaching Huizhou.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
22.5673°
Longitude
114.9034°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Huizhou(15.0 km)
Admiralty No.
P3581.345
NGA No.
19284

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black with one red horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Shànwěi Gǎng Lighthouse at night?+
Shànwěi Gǎng displays the characteristic Fl White 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Shànwěi Gǎng Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Shànwěi Gǎng Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bijia at 4.2 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Dayawan (14.4 NM WNW), Huizhou (16.5 NM WNW), Guangdong Terminal (26.1 NM W), Dapeng (26.2 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Shànwěi Gǎng Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Shànwěi Gǎng 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 Shànwěi Gǎng Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Shànwěi Gǎng 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.