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Yànzáo Lighthouse

Q White🇨🇳Zhanjiang City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yànzáo Lighthouse

The Yànzáo lighthouse is a concrete tower standing 10 meters tall on a low promontory at Yànzáo, near Zhanjiang City. Its focal height reaches 16 meters above sea level, casting a geographic range of 12.2 nautical miles. The light emits a quick white flash, serving as a marker for the coastal landmass. It is located 23.6 kilometers from the nearest port at Tieshan. The structure is operational and made of concrete.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for local navigation, emitting a quick-flashing white light that helps mariners identify the low promontory at Yànzáo and ensuring safe passage for vessels operating in these coastal waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q White
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White
Raw Code
Q W
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12.2NM

Location

City
Zhanjiang City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Guangdong
Sea Region
A low promontory at Yànzáo.
Latitude
21.1260°
Longitude
109.6775°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Material
concrete

Structure: concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Tieshan(23.6 km)
Admiralty No.
P3327.1275.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yànzáo Lighthouse at night?+
Yànzáo displays the characteristic Q White. 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 Yànzáo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yànzáo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Anpu at 17.7 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Tieshan (23.1 NM NNW), Liusha (25.7 NM ESE), Taiping (28 NM ESE), Shitoubu Pt (28.4 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yànzáo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yànzáo 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 Yànzáo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yànzáo 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.