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Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Front Lighthouse

Fl White 1.5s🇨🇳Longhai District, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Front Lighthouse

This concrete range front lighthouse, built in 1980, stands 15 meters tall with a focal height of 29 meters. Its cylindrical tower is clad in white tiles and features a red gallery rail. The lighthouse emits a single white flash every 1.5 seconds, with a geographic range of 15.1 nautical miles. It is situated on the point of Cape Zhenhai in China's Fujian region, near Longhai District. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This range front light works with a rear range light to provide precise guidance for vessels navigating the approaches to Cape Zhenhai, a significant coastal feature.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 1.5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
1.5s
Raw Code
Fl W 1.5s
Focal Height
29m
Geographic Range
15.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1980

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red gallery rail
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower with gallery, covered with white tile; the gallery rail is red

Location

City
Longhai District
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
Located on the point of Cape Zhenhai.
Latitude
24.2643°
Longitude
118.1353°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Zhangzhou(10.2 km)
Admiralty No.
P3606.5.
NGA No.
CN-3196
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Front displays the characteristic Fl White 1.5s. 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 Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Zhangzhou at 10 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Xiamen (11.3 NM N), Haicang, Xiamen (11.8 NM NNW), KINMEN (12.7 NM NE), Xiamen (15.2 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Front 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 Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Front Lighthouse?+
Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Front 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 Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Zhènhǎijiǎo Range Front 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.