Lighthouse in Gongliao, New Taipei, Taiwan
Lighthouse
The Cape Santiago Lighthouse (traditional Chinese: 三貂角燈塔; simplified Chinese: 三貂角灯塔; pinyin: Sāndiāojiǎo Dēngtǎ or Santiaochiao Lighthouse ) is a lighthouse at Cape Santiago, Gongliao District, New Taipei, Taiwan.
History
The lighthouse was built in 1931 for ship navigation.[3] Since 30 September 2018, the lighthouse has been opened to the public.[4]
Architecture
The lighthouse rises up to 16.5 meters in height.[5] The lighthouse features a gallery on its information and equipment.[3]
Transportation
The lighthouse is accessible by bus from Taipei Main Station or Fulong Station.[3]
the square at Cape Santiago Lighthouse
See also
References
- ^ Rowlett, Russ. "Lighthouses of Taiwan: Northern". The Lighthouse Directory. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Retrieved 2016-04-12.
- ^ Santiao ChiaoLighthouse Maritime and Port Bureau
- ^ a b c "Sandiaojiao Lighthouse". Taiwan, the Heart of Asia. 3 August 2021. Retrieved 21 February 2022.
- ^ DeAeth, Duncan (28 September 2018). "Lighthouse lovers should start planning their trip to Taiwan". Taiwan News. Retrieved 21 February 2022.
- ^ "Sandiao Cape Lighthouse :: NTPC Travel - Scenic Spots". Tour.ntpc.gov.tw. 2012-07-03. Archived from the original on 2014-05-25. Retrieved 2014-05-25.
External links
Wikimedia Commons has media related to Sandiaojiao Lighthouse.
- Maritime and Port Bureau MOTC
