Gaomei Lighthouse

The Gaomei Lighthouse is located in Qingshui District, Taichung, Taiwan, and was originally built in 1967. It is a reinforced concrete tower with a tapered octagonal shape and stands at a height of 34 meters. The tower features red and white horizontal bands and is currently used as a daymark.

The lighthouse ceased operations in 1982 when its lighting equipment was moved to the Taichung Port lighthouse. It underwent renovation led by the Maritime and Port Bureau and was officially opened to tourists on September 27, 2014. The lighthouse is currently managed by the Ministry of Transportation and Communications.

The Gaomei Lighthouse is accessible by transportation links from Taichung Port Station of Taiwan Railway. Although it is no longer an active aid to navigation, the lighthouse has become a tourist attraction and offers a glimpse into the maritime history of Taiwan. Its unique architecture and historical significance make it a notable landmark in the region, and it is listed among the lighthouses in Taiwan and other notable tourist attractions.

Light and tower

It has a tapered octagonal tower with balcony and lantern removed to the Fangyuan lighthouse tower. The tower is built of reinforced concrete. Its daymark is tower with red and white horizontal bands. The light has a focal height of 38.7 metres. Its light characteristic is used as daymark. It is managed by Maritime and Port Bureau.

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