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Xiangzhijiao Lighthouse

Fl W 15s🇨🇳Southern Fujian, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Xiangzhijiao Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white hexagonal masonry tower, standing 51 meters high and marked with red stripes. The structure houses a light that emits three white flashes. It also includes a RACON signal operating on a 3 cm band. The operational status confirms its role in maritime navigation.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 18 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
52m
Geographic Range
18NM

Location

City
Southern Fujian
Country
🇨🇳CN
Latitude
24.7726°
Longitude
118.7778°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
51m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: White hexagonal masonry pile, red stripes; 52. RACON Q(– – • –) (3 cm). Fl.(3)W

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
P3620.8
NGA No.
19150
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Xiangzhijiao Lighthouse at night?+
Xiangzhijiao displays the characteristic Fl W 15s — 1 white flash every 15 seconds. 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.
Which ports and harbors does Xiangzhijiao Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Xiangzhijiao Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Xiangzhi at 0.7 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include QUANZHOU (4.2 NM NW), Shishi (8.2 NM WSW), Houzhu (9 NM NW), Shenhu (11.2 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Xiangzhijiao Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Xiangzhijiao 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 Xiangzhijiao Lighthouse?+
Xiangzhijiao 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 Xiangzhijiao Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Xiangzhijiao 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.