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Tīngzishān Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇨🇳Putuo District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tīngzishān Lighthouse

Also known as: Tīngzishān (Tingtsu Shan)

A white, cylindrical concrete tower, 12 meters tall, was built in 1991 on Tīngzishān island. It is clad in white ceramic tiles and features a gallery. The lighthouse stands at the southeastern point of the island, with its light positioned 39 meters above sea level. Its geographic range is 16.9 nautical miles, and it emits a single white flash every 4 seconds. The station was established in 1983, with the current structure lit for the first time in 1991. The nearest port is Liuheng, located 6.5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the southeastern point of Tīngzishān island, situated in the Tīngzi or Tingtsu Channel, a passage used by ships traveling the mainland coast inside the Zhōushān Islands.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
39m
Geographic Range
16.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1991

Significant events: station established 1983

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Liuheng(6.5 km)
Admiralty No.
P3692.2.
NGA No.
CN-2534

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, covered with white ceramic tiles

Location

City
Putuo District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Zhejiang
Sea Region
Tīngzishān is a small island in the middle of the Tīngzi or Tingtsu Channel, the passage between Fúdùdǎo and Meishandǎo; this channel is used by ships following the mainland coast, inside the Zhōushān Islands, between Hángzhōu and Xiǎngshān Bays. Located at the southeastern point of Tīngzishān.
Latitude
29.7540°
Longitude
121.9979°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tīngzishān Lighthouse at night?+
Tīngzishān 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 Tīngzishān Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tīngzishān Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is LIUHENG at 7.4 NM to the E. Other ports served include Daxie Pt (8.2 NM NNW), Beilun (12.3 NM NNW), Ningbo Pt (12.8 NM NW), Ningbo (14 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tīngzishān Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tīngzishān 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 Tīngzishān Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tīngzishān 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.