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Xīluòdǎo Dōng (Xīluò Dǎo Southeast Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇨🇳Changle District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Xīluòdǎo Dōng (Xīluò Dǎo Southeast Lighthouse

This hexagonal lighthouse stands at the southeastern tip of Xīluò island, part of China's Fujian region. The tower, painted with red and white horizontal bands, rises to a height of 11 meters, with its light positioned 28 meters above sea level. It emits a white flash every 10 seconds, visible for up to 14.9 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located near Changle District and the port of Songxia, situated 1.5 kilometers away. Its structure is a hexagonal tower.

Why it matters: The Xīluòdǎo Dōng lighthouse is essential for local maritime traffic, specifically marking the southeastern tip of Xīluò island to prevent groundings and guide vessels safely. Its distinctive hexagonal tower, painted with red and white horizontal bands, provides a unique visual identifier for mariners navigating these waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
28m
Geographic Range
14.9NM

Location

City
Changle District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
southeastern tip of Xīluò island
Latitude
25.7543°
Longitude
119.6522°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
hexagonal
Tower Color
with red and white horizontal bands

Structure: hexagonal tower, painted with red and white horizontal bands

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Songxia(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
P3633.85.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Xīluòdǎo Dōng (Xīluò Dǎo Southeast Lighthouse at night?+
Xīluòdǎo Dōng (Xīluò Dǎo Southeast displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 10s — 3 white flashes every 10 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Xīluòdǎo Dōng (Xīluò Dǎo Southeast Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Xīluòdǎo Dōng (Xīluò Dǎo Southeast Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Songxia Pt at 1.2 NM to the W. Other ports served include Xialong (14.9 NM WSW), Pingtan (15.7 NM SSE), FUQING (16.1 NM W), Jinjing (16.8 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Xīluòdǎo Dōng (Xīluò Dǎo Southeast Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Xīluòdǎo Dōng (Xīluò Dǎo Southeast 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 Xīluòdǎo Dōng (Xīluò Dǎo Southeast Lighthouse?+
Xīluòdǎo Dōng (Xīluò Dǎo Southeast 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 Xīluòdǎo Dōng (Xīluò Dǎo Southeast Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Xīluòdǎo Dōng (Xīluò Dǎo Southeast 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.