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Xīwān Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇨🇳Changhai County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Xīwān Lighthouse

Also known as: Xīwān (Xida Wan)

Constructed in 1962, Xīwān Lighthouse is a square pyramidal stone tower standing 4.5 meters high. It is attached to a small stone equipment room and painted white. The structure’s focal height reaches 40 meters, projecting a white light with a characteristic of one flash every 6 seconds. This aid to navigation covers a geographic range of 17.1 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on the south side of Xiǎochángshān Island, within Changhai County, Liaoning Province, China. It helps shelter the harbor of Nánshāntún, the principal port for the island.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for vessels approaching Nánshāntún, the principal port of Xiǎochángshān, aiding safe navigation.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
40m
Geographic Range
17.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1962

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dalian(46.1 km)
Admiralty No.
P4068.093.
NGA No.
CN-1055

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4.5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: square pyramidal stone tower attached to a small stone equipment room

Location

City
Changhai County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Liaoning
Sea Region
sheltering the harbor of Nánshāntún, the principal port of Xiǎochángshān, on the south side of the island
Latitude
39.2284°
Longitude
122.6738°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Xīwān Lighthouse at night?+
Xīwān 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 Xīwān Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Xīwān Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Sikuaishi at 6 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Zhuanghe Pt (30.5 NM NNE), DALIAN (44.6 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Xīwān Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Xīwān 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 Xīwān Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Xīwān 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.