Gaomei Lighthouse


The Gaomei Lighthouse is a lighthouse in Qingshui District, Taichung, Taiwan.

History

The lighthouse was originally built in 1967, but its operation was stopped in 1982 when the lighting equipment was moved to the lighthouse in Port of Taichung. Years later, the lighthouse underwent renovation led by Maritime and Port Bureau. The lighthouse was officially opened to tourists on 27 September 2014, managed by the Ministry of Transportation and Communications.

Architecture

Built with steel-reinforced concrete, the lighthouse stands at a height of 34 meters.

Transportation

The lighthouse is accessible west from Taichung Port Station of Taiwan Railways Administration.