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Vĩnh Thực Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇻🇳VNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Vĩnh Thực Lighthouse

Constructed in 1962, Vĩnh Thực Lighthouse is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 18 meters tall, painted yellow with white trim. It features a lantern and gallery and is attached to a colonnaded one-story keeper's house. The lighthouse emits a white light, characterized by a single flash every six seconds, from a focal height of 85 meters. This station provides a geographic range of 23.2 nautical miles. It is situated near the port of Fangcheng, approximately 20.7 kilometers away, on the eastern tip of Vĩnh Thực Island.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the northeasternmost point of Vietnamese territory, offering guidance to vessels navigating a busy coastal route near the Chinese border.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
85m
Geographic Range
23.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1962

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Fangcheng(20.7 km)
Admiralty No.
F3315
NGA No.
20216.5
ARLHS No.
VIE-007

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow with white trim
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a colonnaded 1-story keeper's house

Location

Country
🇻🇳VN
Latitude
21.3962°
Longitude
108.0025°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Vĩnh Thực Lighthouse at night?+
Vĩnh Thực 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 Vĩnh Thực Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Vĩnh Thực Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Dongxing at 5.3 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Jiangshan Pt (20.5 NM NE), Fangcheng Pt (24.4 NM ENE), Qisha Pt (28.3 NM ENE), Qinzhoushajing (38.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Vĩnh Thực Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Vĩnh Thực 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 Vĩnh Thực Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Vĩnh Thực 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.