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Yázhōu Wān Gǎngxī Lighthouse

Fl White 8s🇨🇳Sanya City, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yázhōu Wān Gǎngxī Lighthouse

Also known as: Yázhōu Wān Gǎngxī (West Harbor)

A square concrete tower, standing 29 meters tall, was completed and first lit in 2017. It is located on the west side of the entrance to Yazhou Wan harbor, about 40 kilometers west of Sanya. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 8 seconds. It features a lantern and gallery and has a focal height of 32 meters, providing a geographic range of 15.7 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels entering and exiting Yazhou Wan harbor, a significant maritime gateway west of Sanya.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 8s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
8s
Raw Code
Fl W 8s
Focal Height
32m
Geographic Range
15.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2017

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
29m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Sanya City
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Hainan
Sea Region
on the west side of the entrance to the Yázhōu Wān harbor about 40 km (25 mi) west of Sānyà.
Latitude
18.3226°
Longitude
108.9529°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sanya(31.0 km)
Admiralty No.
P3350.47.
NGA No.
20192
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yázhōu Wān Gǎngxī Lighthouse at night?+
Yázhōu Wān Gǎngxī displays the characteristic Fl White 8s. 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 Yázhōu Wān Gǎngxī Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yázhōu Wān Gǎngxī Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Sanyang at 28.3 NM to the E. Other ports served include SANYA (32.1 NM E), Dongfang (43.7 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yázhōu Wān Gǎngxī Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yázhōu Wān Gǎngxī 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 Yázhōu Wān Gǎngxī Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yázhōu Wān Gǎngxī 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.