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Naozhou Lighthouse, Maritime lighthouse on Naozhou Island, China

The lighthouse stands at 103 meters above sea level, providing navigational guidance with its white flashing light visible from 26 nautical miles away.

The French administration constructed this maritime guidance structure in 1904 during their control of the Guangzhouwan territory, which included Naozhou Island.

The Chinese government designated this maritime structure as a Major Historical and Cultural Site Protected at the National Level in recognition of its heritage.

Visitors need to take a ferry from Dongnan Harbor to Naozhou Island, with services running every hour between the mainland and the island.

The lighthouse maintains continuous operation with a specific light characteristic of Fl W 5s, supporting maritime navigation in the South China Sea.

Location: Zhanjiang

Inception: 1904

GPS coordinates: 20.90114,110.60665

Latest update: March 25, 2025 07:35

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