Yehliu Lighthouse Introduction
The Yehliu Lighthouse was established in the 56th year of the Republic of China (1967), with a height of 11.3 meters. It is located at the highest point of Keelung Mountain in the third area of Yehliu Geopark, accessible via a trail that branches off from the main path to the cape. To complement the internationally renowned geological landscape of Yehliu, it was designed in the shape of a candlestick, modeled after the candle rock. The lighthouse is situated between the light ranges of the Cape Fuguei Lighthouse and the Keelung Lighthouse to enhance navigation functions for Keelung Harbor. Since the Qing Dynasty, the often dangerous rocks and reefs of Yehliu have caused frequent shipwrecks, and conditions have improved since the lighthouse was established. From below the lighthouse, one can gaze upon the blue Pacific Ocean, with the slender land extending into the sea in the distance being Cape Jinshan. Next to the lighthouse, there is a radio tower set up for fishing communication operations, which, due to its red and white color scheme and height of over 20 meters, is often mistaken for the Yehliu Lighthouse.
