The Dongyong Lighthouse () or Tungyung Lighthouse is a

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on the eastern side of Dongyin Island (Tungyung, Dongyong) in Dongyin Township,

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History

In the late 19th century,

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opened a port in the area, thus the Dongyong Lighthouse was built by British engineers to guide ships. The construction was completed in 1904. It was designated as third grade national historic site in 1988. That status was later revoked, then restored in 2016.

Geography

The lighthouse faces the

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at the northeast of Dongyin Island.

Architecture

The lighthouse is made of bricks and painted white on the outer walls. The height is and it flashes light three times every 20 seconds. The building consists of the main body, the lamp and the roof. On the cliff below the lighthouse are two fog water cannons.

Transportation

The lighthouse is accessible by taxi from Dongyin Island harbor.

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