Shek Ngau Chau Lighthouse
FC8H+C4 Sai Kung, Hong Kong
Name and Location
The Shek Ngau Chau Lighthouse is located on Shek Ngau Chau, an island in the western part of Hong Kong. The coordinates are Latitude 22.4660167, Longitude 114.4278167.
Construction and History
The construction era of the Shek Ngau Chau Lighthouse is not specified. It has been identified as a Seamark (Minor Light) by the US NGA Pub. 112.
Architecture and Materials
There is no information available on the architecture or materials used in the construction of the lighthouse.
Light and Navigation
The lighthouse stands at a height of 23 meters (75 feet) with a focal height of 23 meters. It has a light range of 12 nautical miles (22 kilometers). The light characteristic is Fl (3) W.15s, meaning it flashes three times every 15 seconds with a white light.
Accessibility and Visiting
The lighthouse is automated and visitors can enter the structure. However, no information is available on how to reach it or what facilities are provided.
Notable Views and Landscape
Unfortunately, there is no description of the view from the lighthouse in the available data. The surrounding landscape is an island surrounded by waters and marine life.
Anecdotes and Folklore
There are no significant historical events, local folklore, or unique anecdotes associated with this lighthouse.
Technical and Operational Details
- The lighthouse does not function for navigation purposes,
- and there is no AIS (Automatic Identification System) or radar installation.
- Nautical chart references include P 3578.3.
Further Information
There is no specific information available on the opening hours, entrance fee, guided tours, or on-site facilities.
Details
Name | Shek Ngau Chau Lighthouse |
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City | Sai Kung |
Country | Hong Kong |
Coordinates | 22.4660167, 114.4278167 |
Focal height | 23 |
Tower height | 23 |
Accessible | true |
Landscape type | island, surrounded by waters and marine life |
AIS Radar | false |
Light characteristic | Fl (3) W.15s |
Light range | 12 |
Automated | true |