Qiliyu lighthouse, Maritime lighthouse in Zhenhai District, China
Qiliyu lighthouse is a white cylindrical tower located on the Ningbo coast in Zhenhai District. The structure provides navigation signals to passing vessels and stands as a protected cultural monument today.
The lighthouse was built in 1997 and later received the status of a nationally protected cultural monument. This recognition honors its importance to maritime navigation on the Chinese coast.
Five generations of a single Ningbo family maintained the lighthouse operations, passing down their dedication to maritime safety through the decades.
The site is only accessible by boat due to its remote location away from populated coastal areas. Visitors should prepare for changing weather conditions and limited landing opportunities.
The structure was operated and maintained over several generations by a single Ningbo family. The lighthouse keepers lived by the motto 'keep the light on when you are alive', reflecting their commitment to maritime safety.
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