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Name: Waglan Lighthouse  

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Nearest Town or City:
Waglan Island, , Hong Kong

Location: Waglan Island, southeast corner of Hong Kong waters.


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Managing Organization:
Hong Kong Marine Department

Website: http://www.info.gov.hk/mardep/

Notes:
This is the oldest lighthouse in Hong Kong. It was heavily damaged by bombing during World War II. Waglan Lighthouse was declared a historical building on December 29, 2000.

Tower Height: 52

Description of Tower: Conical, cast iron tower; white with red upper portion.

This light is operational

Date Established: 1893

Date Present Tower Built: 1893

Date Automated: 1989

Current Use: Active aid to navigation.

Open To Public? No.


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