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Xiǎoqīngjiāo Lighthouse

🇨🇳Longhai District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Xiǎoqīngjiāo Lighthouse

Also known as: #Xiǎoqīngjiāo (Qīng Jiāo)

Established in 1992, the Xiǎoqīngjiāo lighthouse marked a reef at the southwest end of Xiàmén harbor. The structure consisted of a round concrete pier supporting an 18-meter cylindrical fiberglass tower. This tower was painted with red and white horizontal bands and had a distinct hourglass shape. It served as a navigational aid for vessels entering or leaving the port. However, the lighthouse ceased operation by 2008 and has since been removed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse was positioned to warn ships about a dangerous reef at the southwest entrance to Xiàmén harbor, a critical shipping lane. It played a role in ensuring the safe passage of vessels through this busy port for over a decade.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete, fiberglass

Structure: round hourglass-shaped fiberglass tower, painted with red and white horizontal bands, centered on a round concrete pier

Location

City
Longhai District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
reef at the southwest end of Xiàmén harbor
Latitude
24.4179°
Longitude
118.0507°

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Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Construction & History

Year Built
1992

Significant events: Inactive at least since 2008 and since removed

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Zhangzhou(0.7 km)
Admiralty No.
P3612.3
NGA No.
19151.6
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Xiǎoqīngjiāo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Xiǎoqīngjiāo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Zhangzhou at 0.5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Haicang, Xiamen (2.1 NM NNE), Xiamen (3.3 NM NE), Xiamen Pt (5.3 NM NNW), Xiamen (6.9 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Xiǎoqīngjiāo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Xiǎoqīngjiāo 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 Xiǎoqīngjiāo Lighthouse?+
Xiǎoqīngjiāo 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 Xiǎoqīngjiāo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Xiǎoqīngjiāo 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.