Kaohsiung lighthouse was established in 1883, also called “Cihou Lighthouse”, located at the top of Cihou shan in Cijin district, Kaohsiung. The tower was the only white octagonal brick tower with a dome top in Taiwan, and is able to view Kaohsiung city. This historic lighthouse has stood for more than 100 years, and it was not damaged under World War II. It became a national level three heritage building in 1987 and was opened to public in 1992.
Lat. N(GRS67、WGS84): | 22 37 01.0、22 36 54.6 |
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Long. E(GRS67、WGS84): | 120 15 25.0、120 15 54.0 |
Light Characters: |
Fl(4).W.30sec. 0.4s L & 4.6s D 0.4s L & 4.6s D 0.4s L & 4.6s D 0.4s L & 14.6s D |
Elevation of light Mtr.(ft.): | 58.2(191) |
Nominal range miles: | 25.2 |
Structure and Height Mtr.(ft.): | White octagonal brick tower 15.2(50) |
Manned: | Yes |
Remarks: | Visible 320゚ - 158゚ |
Position: | Kaohsiung Harbour |