Name and Location

The Wong Mau Chau Lighthouse, also known as 黃茅洲 in Chinese, is a minor lighthouse located on the southeastern coast of Hong Kong Island. Its location is marked by the geographic coordinates 22.4485667° N, 114.3946833° E.

2. Construction and History

The exact year of construction for Wong Mau Chau Lighthouse is unknown, but it is believed to have been built during the early 20th century. The lighthouse stands at an impressive 23 meters (75 feet) tall, with a focal height of 21 meters (69 feet) above sea level.

3. Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a red light that flashes every 5 seconds, with a range of 5 nautical miles. The light is referenced as P 3578.4 in the US NGA publication.

4. Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse through Sai Kung town or by taking a taxi or bus from Hong Kong Island. Please note that the lighthouse may not be wheelchair accessible due to its remote location and limited infrastructure. Although the lighthouse is no longer operational for navigation purposes, it has been preserved as a historic monument and is open to visitors.

5. Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding area offers breathtaking views of the coastline and surrounding mountains. The lighthouse is situated on a coastal cliff overlooking the South China Sea. The surrounding landscape features a mix of rugged terrain and scenic views.

6. Anecdotes and Folklore

No anecdotes or folklore information available at this time.

7. Technical and Operational Details

No technical or operational details are specified for Wong Mau Chau Lighthouse.

8. Further Information

The management authority responsible for Wong Mau Chau Lighthouse is the Hong Kong Government's Marine Department.