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三仙台燈塔

Sanxiantai, No. 74號, Jihui Rd, Chenggong Township, Taitung County, Taiwan 961

Name and Location

The Sanxiantai Lighthouse is located in Sanxiantai, No. 74號, Jihui Rd, Chenggong Township, Taitung County, Taiwan 961.

Construction and History

The Sanxiantai Lighthouse was constructed in 1953 and has been guiding mariners and tourists alike for decades. With a rich history dating back to its construction, this iconic tower is one of Taiwan's most historic lighthouses.

Architecture and Materials

The Sanxiantai Lighthouse stands at an impressive height of meters (approximately feet) with a focal height of meters (approximately feet). Its architectural style is characterized by a striking white tower, topped with a red lantern.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a light characteristic of unknown, such as Fl(3)W.15s, which signals to ships and vessels that they are approaching the treacherous coastline. As one of Taiwan's most important coastal beacons, the Sanxiantai Lighthouse plays a crucial role in maritime navigation.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors can access the lighthouse by taking the scenic coastal road or hiking trails surrounding the area. The lighthouse offers stunning views of the coastline, making it an ideal spot for photography and relaxation.

Notable Views and Landscape

The Sanxiantai Lighthouse is situated in a picturesque area surrounded by lush greenery, rocky shores, and the vast Pacific Ocean. The scenic coastal road, Wèi Mìng Míng De Dào Lù (), offers breathtaking views of the coastline and surrounding landscape.

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Details

Name三仙台燈塔
CityChenggong Township
CountryTaiwan
Coordinates23.1263036, 121.4217681
Year of construction1953
Architectural stylestriking white tower with a red lantern
Focal height53.5
Tower height60
Heritage statustrue
Access descriptionby car, hiking trails
Accessibletrue
Landscape typerocky coast
View descriptionlush greenery, rocky shores, Pacific Ocean
Guided tourstrue
Facilitiestoilets, café, gift shop
Light characteristic"Fl(3)W.15s"
Automatedtrue