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Zhào'āntóu Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 10s🇨🇳Dongshan County, CNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Zhào'āntóu Lighthouse

Also known as: Zhào'āntóu (Zhào'ān Tóu, Zhào'ān Point)

A cylindrical concrete tower, standing 8 meters tall, marks the eastern side of the entrance to Zhào'ān Bay. Built and first lit in 2010, the structure is painted with red and white horizontal bands. Its focal height reaches 10 meters above sea level. The lighthouse emits a white flash every 10 seconds, visible for 10.4 nautical miles. This modern aid is located at the southwestern tip of the Dōngshān peninsula, near Dongshan County.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels, including local fishing and commercial craft, into Zhào'ān Bay, clearly indicating the bay's eastern entrance. Its distinctive coloring provides a daytime visual reference for navigators.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl W 10s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2010

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Chaozhou(11.1 km)
Admiralty No.
P3596.6.

Tower & Structure

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

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower covered with tiles colored with red and white horizontal bands

Location

City
Dongshan County
Country
🇨🇳China
Region
Fujian
Sea Region
marks the east side of the entrance to Zhào'ān Bay, located at the southwestern tip of the Dōngshān peninsula
Latitude
23.5735°
Longitude
117.3167°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Zhào'āntóu Lighthouse at night?+
Zhào'āntóu displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 10s — 3 white flashes every 10 seconds. 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 Zhào'āntóu Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Zhào'āntóu Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Gongkou at 5.8 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Chaozhou (11.7 NM W), Zhelin (11.9 NM W), Sanbaimen (13.1 NM WNW), Dongshan Pt (15.2 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Zhào'āntóu Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Zhào'āntóu 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 Zhào'āntóu Lighthouse?+
Zhào'āntóu 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 Zhào'āntóu Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Zhào'āntóu 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.