Ruisui Tropic of Cancer Marker explained

The Ruisui Tropic of Cancer Marker is a monument marking the Tropic of Cancer in Ruisui Township, Hualien County, Taiwan.

History

The monument was originally constructed in 1933 west of Ruisui Railway Station. Due to the Hualien–Taitung line tracks replacement work carried out in 1981, the monument had to be relocated to Wuhe Terrace and placed along the Provincial Highway 9.^[1]

Geology

At noon on 22 June every year, the monument shows no shadow due to the position of the sun exactly above it.^[2]

Transportation

The monument is accessible within walking distance south of Ruisui Station of Taiwan Railways.^[3]

See also

• Geography of Taiwan

Notes and References

1. Web site: Tropic of Cancer Marker. East Rift Valley National Scenic Area. 2 February 2018.
2. Web site: Tropic of Cancer Marker - East Coast in East Coast. roundTAIWANround. 2 February 2018.
3. Web site: 30 April 2008. Tropic of Cancer. Taiwan, the Heart of Asia. 2 February 2018.