Tungchu Tao lighthouse was built in 1872, located on northeast point of Tungchu Tao, and a round granite tower designed by the British. The ratio of the top and the body is 2:3; the body is cylindrical shape with Chinese arc door as the entrance and square window. The gallery has decorative corners with lime mortar. The lighthouse became a national heritage building.
Lat. N(GRS67、WGS84): | 25 58 10.0、25 58 03.6 |
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Long. E(GRS67、WGS84): | 119 59 02.0、119 59 08.7 |
Light Characters: | Fl(1+2).W.20sec. |
Elevation of light Mtr.(ft.): | 78.3(257) |
Nominal range miles: | 16.7 |
Structure and Height Mtr.(ft.): | White round stone tower 19.5(64) |
Manned: | Yes |
Remarks: | Visible 150゚ - 360゚ |
Position: | North-eastern extremity of Tung-chu Tao |