Name and Location

The Anping Lighthouse is located in Anping District, Tainan City, Taiwan.

Construction and History

The Anping Lighthouse was built in 1883 by the Japanese colonial government as part of their efforts to modernize Taiwan's infrastructure. The lighthouse stands at an impressive 22.6 meters (74 feet) tall and is visible from a distance of 15.2 kilometers (9.4 miles).

Architecture and Materials

The Anping Lighthouse features a unique design with a white tower and a red stripe, making it visible for up to 17 kilometers (10.5 miles) out to sea.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse exhibits a characteristic sequence of flashes every 12 seconds: two long flashes, followed by three short flashes, and then one long flash again. This pattern has been in place since its construction and is designed to provide mariners with a reliable means of navigation at night.

Accessibility and Visiting

Information on accessibility and visiting the Anping Lighthouse is not available.

Notable Views and Landscape

No notable views or landscape information is available.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No anecdotes or folklore related to the Anping Lighthouse are provided.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse's unique design and sequence of flashes have played a critical role in ensuring the safety of maritime traffic in the Taiwan Strait. Its location near the mouth of the Tainan River makes it an essential landmark for vessels entering or leaving the river.

Further Information

For more information on the Anping Lighthouse, please visit the Ministry of Transportation and Communications (MOTC) website at <https://www.motcmpb.gov.tw/MOTCMPBWeb/wSite/ct?xItem=3482&ctNode=260&mp=1&idPath=220_226_260>.