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Xiéxuàntóu Lighthouse

Fl White 2s🇨🇳Putuo District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Xiéxuàntóu Lighthouse

A cylindrical concrete tower, 13 meters tall, stands on a small island 8 kilometers south of Liùhéng island and 20 kilometers east of the Xiàngshān Peninsula. Painted with black and white horizontal bands, it features a gallery and reaches a focal height of 17 meters. Since 2006, this lighthouse has emitted a white flash every two seconds, visible for 12.4 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself remains closed. Its construction in 2006 aimed to improve maritime safety in this active shipping area.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding ships approaching Xiàngshān Bay, a significant waterway for regional maritime traffic, and forms part of a critical navigational sequence for vessels entering the bay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 2s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Fl W 2s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2006

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with black and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, painted with black and white horizontal bands

Location

City
Putuo District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Zhejiang
Sea Region
Located on a small island about 8 km south of Liùhéng island and 20 km east of the northeastern end of the Xiàngshān Peninsula, guiding ships approaching Xiàngshān Bay.
Latitude
29.6014°
Longitude
122.1401°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Liuheng(9.2 km)
Admiralty No.
P3690.5.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Xiéxuàntóu Lighthouse at night?+
Xiéxuàntóu displays the characteristic Fl White 2s. 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 Xiéxuàntóu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Xiéxuàntóu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is LIUHENG at 8 NM to the N. Other ports served include Zhoushan (19.6 NM N), Daxie Pt (19.6 NM NNW), XIANGSHAN (21 NM W), Beilun (24 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Xiéxuàntóu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Xiéxuàntóu 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 Xiéxuàntóu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Xiéxuàntóu 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.