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Yánjīnglǐng Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇨🇳Dianbai, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yánjīnglǐng Lighthouse

Yánjīnglǐng lighthouse is a 7-meter-tall, cylindrical white masonry tower situated atop a sharp, rocky ridge on the south coast of Dianbai District. Its focal height reaches 111 meters, projecting a white light with a characteristic of one white flash every 10 seconds. The lighthouse offers a geographic range of 26 nautical miles. Constructed from stone, it stands near the city of Dianbai and approximately 5.7 kilometers from the nearest port of Maoming. The tower's design is a simple round, cylindrical masonry structure.

Why it matters: This lighthouse warns vessels away from the dangerous, sharp rocky ridge it occupies, preventing groundings and ensuring safer passage for local fishing fleets and commercial traffic along this segment of the coast.

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
111m
Geographic Range
26NM

Location

City
Dianbai
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Guangdong
Sea Region
Located atop a sharp, rocky ridge projecting into the sea on the south coast of the Diànbái District.
Latitude
21.4256°
Longitude
110.9913°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: round cylindrical white masonry tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Maoming(5.7 km)
Admiralty No.
P3403.4.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yánjīnglǐng Lighthouse at night?+
Yánjīnglǐng 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 Yánjīnglǐng Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yánjīnglǐng Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Shuidong Pt at 5.4 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Bohe (5.5 NM N), Maoming (5.7 NM ENE), Wuchuan (13.6 NM W), Shapa (27.9 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yánjīnglǐng Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yánjīnglǐng 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 Yánjīnglǐng Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yánjīnglǐng 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.