Current Date And Time In Ala, China
Thursday, 13 August 2026
08:09:59 CST
State: Gansu
Currency: Chinese Yuan (CNY)
Timezone: UTC +08:00 (CST)
Population: 3,136
District: Gannan Zangzu Zizhizhou
Explore the interactive satellite map of Ala, a city in Gansu, China, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Ala β all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Ala.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Asia • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for China operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 34.6253° N | 102.8866° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 34.6253 | 102.8866 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 34° 37' 31" N | 102° 53' 12" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 34° 37.5204' N | 102° 53.1978' E |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Ala to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Gansu.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shuangcha | Gansu | SW | 9 km | 5 mi | ~9m | 🗺 View |
| Jicang | Gansu | NW | 12 km | 7 mi | ~12m | 🗺 View |
| Lexiu | Gansu | NE | 23 km | 14 mi | ~23m | 🗺 View |
| Bola | Gansu | N | 23 km | 14 mi | ~23m | 🗺 View |
| Jiamaogong | Gansu | NE | 23 km | 14 mi | ~23m | 🗺 View |
| Larenguan | Gansu | SW | 25 km | 16 mi | ~25m | 🗺 View |
Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Gansu, the home state of Ala, along with each city's aerial distance from Lanzhou, Gansu's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lanzhou | 36.057° N | 103.8399° E | 1,521 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Qingyang | 35.7098° N | 107.6446° E | 1,427 m | 345 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tianshui | 34.5795° N | 105.7424° E | 1,153 m | 238 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Wuwei | 37.9267° N | 102.632° E | 1,542 m | 234 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Zhangye | 38.9342° N | 100.4517° E | 1,481 m | 438 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Pingliang | 35.5392° N | 106.6861° E | 1,354 m | 263 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Jiuquan | 39.7432° N | 98.5174° E | 1,464 m | 621 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Dingxi | 35.5709° N | 104.623° E | 1,908 m | 89 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Baiyin | 36.547° N | 104.1702° E | 1,723 m | 62 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Linxia Chengguanzhen | 35.6003° N | 103.2064° E | 1,893 m | 76 km | 🗺 View Map |
Gannan Xiahe Airport IATA: GXH 32 km (20 mi) from Ala |
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The exact GPS location of Ala gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Gansu. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats β DD, DMS and DDM β are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Gansu state-level map data
Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Ala are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of Ala lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full China map
Ala sits within Gansu, China, in the Asia region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities
Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Ala for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Gansu. › Browse every city in Gansu
Coordinates for Ala in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in China. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Ala are latitude 34.6253° and longitude 102.8866°. In directional format: 34.6253° N, 102.8866° E. These coordinates mark the center of Ala in Gansu and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
Ala is a city in Gansu, China, on the continent of Asia. It falls within Gannan Zangzu Zizhizhou. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Ala sits at: Latitude 34° 37' 31" N and Longitude 102° 53' 12" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
Ala has a population of approximately 3,136 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Gansu.
The interactive satellite map of Ala is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 34.6253, 102.8866 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Ala in Gansu. For broader context, explore the Gansu state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to Ala is Gannan Xiahe Airport (GXH), roughly 32 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
Ala is approximately 181 km (113 mi) from Lanzhou, the capital of Gansu, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Gansu.
Ala sits at an elevation of approximately 2,901 meters (9,518 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Gansu.
The closest cities to Ala include Shuangcha, Jicang, Lexiu. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in Ala, sunrise is at 06:26 AM and sunset is at 08:00 PM, giving a day length of 13h 34m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Ala's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Ala is approximately 3,854 km (2,395 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 9,425 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Ala — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to San Juan Bautista, Chile, roughly 193 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.
Ala is approximately 1,330 km (826 mi) NE of Beijing, the national capital of China, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.
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