Dongyong Lighthouse, Maritime lighthouse in Dongyin Island, Taiwan
Dongyong Lighthouse is a white cylindrical tower standing on the eastern side of Dongyin Island with a black lantern room at its top. The structure sits at a high elevation on a cliff and serves ships traveling through the Taiwan Strait.
British engineers built the lighthouse in 1904 after the Qing Dynasty opened the region to trade in the late 1800s. This construction reflected Taiwan's growing efforts to improve maritime safety along its eastern waters.
The structure earned the status of third-grade national historic site in 1988, reflecting the maritime navigation development of Taiwan's eastern waters.
The site is accessible during daylight hours with an approach from the nearby village below. Weather conditions on the cliff can change quickly, so check local conditions before planning a visit.
The site received recognition as a national historic monument in 1988, making it one of Taiwan's few lighthouses with this designation. This acknowledgment marks its importance to the development of maritime activity in the region.
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