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Yong'an Main Breakwater Inner Lighthouse

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Location & Light Range

About Yong'an Main Breakwater Inner Lighthouse

This white, cylindrical concrete tower stands 20 meters tall and marks the original end of the main southern breakwater at Yong'an commercial harbor. Located on the north side of the harbor, it is situated about 13 km north of the Naval Base. The lighthouse's round, strongly conical structure served as a navigational aid for vessels entering the port facilities. The nearest port, Yung An, is 0.8 km away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse was integral to the safe navigation of commercial vessels entering Yong'an harbor, specifically marking the end of the main breakwater.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round strongly conical white concrete tower

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yung An(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
P4626.41.

Location

Country
🇹🇼Taiwan
Sea Region
Yong'an commercial harbor on the north side of Kaohsiung, about 13 km north of the Naval Base, marking the original end of the main (south) breakwater
Latitude
22.8086°
Longitude
120.1985°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Yong'an Main Breakwater Inner Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yong'an Main Breakwater Inner Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is YUNG AN at 0.2 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include An Ping (10.4 NM N), Tainan (11.4 NM N), Kaohsiung (15 NM SSE), Budai (33.9 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yong'an Main Breakwater Inner Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yong'an Main Breakwater Inner 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 Yong'an Main Breakwater Inner Lighthouse?+
Yong'an Main Breakwater Inner 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 Yong'an Main Breakwater Inner Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yong'an Main Breakwater Inner 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.