Tropic of Cancer Monument

The Tropic of Cancer Monument (Chinese: 嘉義北回歸線標誌; pinyin: Jiāyì Běi Huíguīxiàn Biāozhì) is a monument in Shuishang Village, Shuishang Township, Chiayi County, Taiwan.[1][2][3][4]

Tropic of Cancer Monument
嘉義北回歸線標誌
Location in Taiwan
Coordinates23°27′14.1″N 120°25′00.2″E
LocationShuishang, Chiayi County, Taiwan
TypeMonument
Opening date1995
Dedicated toTropic of Cancer

History

The monument was originally built in the 34th year of Guangxu Emperor reign. The current building was completed in 1995.

Geography

The monument is located along the Tropic of Cancer line which cut across Taiwan.

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