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Yángyǔ Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 6s🇨🇳Lianjiang County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yángyǔ Lighthouse

Also known as: Yángyǔ (Yáng Yǔ, Jianyu)

A square concrete tower, standing 10 meters tall and clad in white ceramic tile, houses the Yángyǔ lighthouse. It was built in 1994 atop a small island situated just off Běijiāo and about 3 kilometers east of Kěménjiǎo. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 6 seconds, visible for 25 nautical miles. The station itself was established in 1954, with the current structure replacing an earlier aid to navigation. Its focal height reaches 101 meters above sea level. The lighthouse is operational and located within Lianjiang County in China's Fujian region.

Why it matters: The lighthouse ensures safe passage for local shipping, marking a critical point along the coastline near Běijiāo and Kěménjiǎo.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
101m
Light Range
16NM (29.6 km)
Geographic Range
25NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1994

Significant events: Station established 1954, current lighthouse built 1994

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lian Jiang(6.2 km)
Admiralty No.
P3641.2
NGA No.
19091.5
Wikidata
Q115046493 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square concrete tower with gallery, covered with white ceramic tile

Location

City
Lianjiang County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
Located atop a small island just off Běijiāo and about 3 km (2 mi) east of Kěménjiǎo
Latitude
26.3700°
Longitude
119.9715°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far offshore can Yángyǔ Lighthouse be seen?+
With a focal height of 101 meters and a nominal range of 16 nautical miles (approximately 29.6 km), Yángyǔ is visible from well offshore under standard atmospheric conditions. Actual visibility depends on observer height, weather, and sea state. Lights of this range are typically used as landfall lights by vessels approaching from the open sea.
How do mariners identify Yángyǔ Lighthouse at night?+
Yángyǔ displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 6s — 2 white flashes every 6 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 Yángyǔ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yángyǔ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is LIAN JIANG at 6.3 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include MATSU (12.6 NM S), LUOYUAN (17.1 NM WNW), Dongdaiwan (20.8 NM WSW), Qianyu (26.5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yángyǔ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yángyǔ 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 Yángyǔ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yángyǔ 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.