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Zuoying Lighthouse

Fl White 6s🇹🇼Kaohsiung, TWOperational

Location & Light Range

About Zuoying Lighthouse

Also known as: Zuoying (Tsoying) Naval Base (North Breakwater)

This concrete lighthouse is situated in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Its white pyramidal tower stands 17 meters tall, with the light positioned 19 meters above the water. It emits a single white flash every six seconds. The lighthouse is built on a pyramidal concrete base and is located 8.1 kilometers from the nearest port, Yung An. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 12.9 nautical miles.

Why it matters: The light is important for vessels navigating the waters near Kaohsiung, aiding in the delineation of safe channels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Location

City
Kaohsiung
Country
🇹🇼Taiwan
Latitude
22.6971°
Longitude
120.2558°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
17m
Tower Shape
pyramidal
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: tower mounted on a pyramidal concrete base

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Yung An(8.1 km)
Admiralty No.
P4625
NGA No.
13808
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Zuoying Lighthouse at night?+
Zuoying 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 Zuoying Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Zuoying Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Kaohsiung at 7.6 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include YUNG AN (7.6 NM NNW), An Ping (17.7 NM NNW), Tainan (18.6 NM NNW), Budai (41.1 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Zuoying Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Zuoying 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 Zuoying Lighthouse?+
Zuoying 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 Zuoying Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Zuoying 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.