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Yuánjiāoyǔ Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇨🇳CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yuánjiāoyǔ Lighthouse

Also known as: Yuánjiāoyǔ (Yuánjiāo Yǔ)

Yuánjiāoyǔ Lighthouse, built in 2007, is a cylindrical concrete tower standing 8 meters tall. It features red and white horizontal bands on its ceramic tile covering and has a gallery. The lighthouse emits a white light with a single flash every six seconds, visible for 11 nautical miles. It is situated approximately 500 meters southwest of the Chubimenzhupai light. The structure's focal height is 12 meters above sea level.

Why it matters: This lighthouse likely helps define a safe passage or mark a specific coastal feature for local shipping. Its red and white bands serve as a distinctive daymark for mariners.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2007

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Saiqi(31.6 km)
Admiralty No.
P3642.9.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red and white horizontal bands
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical concrete tower with gallery, covered with ceramic tile colored with red and white horizontal bands

Location

Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
Located about 500 m (0.3 mi) southwest of the Chubimenzhupai light.
Latitude
26.9204°
Longitude
120.2697°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yuánjiāoyǔ Lighthouse at night?+
Yuánjiāoyǔ 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 Yuánjiāoyǔ Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yuánjiāoyǔ Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sansha at 2.9 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Haitian Terminal/ Xiamen (10.9 NM N), Xiangyu Terminal/ Xiamen (11.1 NM NNE), Binyang (20.1 NM N), Saiqi (31.5 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yuánjiāoyǔ Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yuánjiāoyǔ 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 Yuánjiāoyǔ Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yuánjiāoyǔ 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.