Fuguijiao Lighthouse, Maritime navigation tower at Cape Fugui, Taiwan
The Fu-kuei Chiao Lighthouse is an octagonal concrete tower with black and white stripes standing at Taiwan's northernmost point. The structure sits on a rocky promontory that juts into the sea, with the surrounding grounds offering views of the coastline in multiple directions.
The original structure was built in 1896 during Japanese administration as part of maritime infrastructure connecting the region. The location served as a critical point for trade routes and communication networks spanning East Asian waters.
This lighthouse marks the northernmost tip of Taiwan and holds meaning for locals as a symbol of the island's maritime heritage. Visitors come here to stand at this geographical point and feel the connection between the land and the sea at one of the country's most remote coastal locations.
The grounds are open to the public with clear views of the sea and surrounding cliffs from the visitor areas. The tower itself remains closed to entry, but the outdoor spaces around it provide good vantage points for photography and observing the coastline.
The lighthouse operates an automated foghorn system that emits sound signals during periods of poor visibility to warn ships at sea. This acoustic warning system remains an essential navigation aid for vessels passing through the waters near Taiwan's northern tip.
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