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Tiên Sa Lighthouse

Fl White 10s🇻🇳VNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tiên Sa Lighthouse

Also known as: Tiên Sa (Mũi Đà Nẵng, Sơn Trà, Cape Tourane)

Tiên Sa Lighthouse, also known as Mũi Đà Nẵng, was established in 1903. The lighthouse stands 9 meters tall, constructed of concrete with a round cylindrical masonry tower topped by a lantern and gallery. Its white tower is distinguished by a single yellow horizontal band. The focal height of the light is 158 meters, casting a white flash every 10 seconds. It is located approximately 6.5 kilometers from the nearest port, Da Nang, on the Sơn Trà Peninsula, a landform extending into the South China Sea.

Why it matters: This lighthouse guides ships entering and exiting Da Nang Bay, warning them of the Sơn Trà headland, a significant navigational hazard.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
158m
Geographic Range
30.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1903

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Da Nang(6.5 km)
Admiralty No.
F3204
NGA No.
20292
ARLHS No.
VIE-015

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with one yellow horizontal band
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical masonry tower with lantern and gallery

Location

Country
🇻🇳VN
Latitude
16.1397°
Longitude
108.3221°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tiên Sa Lighthouse at night?+
Tiên Sa displays the characteristic Fl White 10s. 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 Tiên Sa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tiên Sa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hai Son at 5.6 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Da Nang (5.7 NM WSW), Tien Sa Terminal (7.2 NM W), Nguyen Van Troi Port (8.1 NM SW), Song Han 9 (8.1 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tiên Sa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tiên Sa 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 Tiên Sa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tiên Sa 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.