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Shazhou, Gansu, China – China Flag

Current Date And Time In Shazhou, China

Thursday, 13 August 2026
15:45:52 CST
State: Gansu
Currency: Chinese Yuan (CNY)
Timezone: UTC +08:00 (CST)
District: Jiuquan Shi

🗺 Map of Shazhou, Gansu, China – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Shazhou, 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 Shazhou 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 Shazhou.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Shazhou, Gansu

📍 LATITUDE
40.138°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
94.662°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)40.138° N94.6623° E
Signed Decimal Degrees40.13894.6623
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)40° 8' 17" N94° 39' 44" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)40° 8.2794' N94° 39.7362' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Shazhou Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:49 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:43 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 54m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:46 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Shazhou’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Shazhou’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,468 km
(2,776 mi) • Shazhou is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
8,056 km
(5,006 mi) • Shazhou is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
40.138° S, 85.338° W
The point exactly opposite Shazhou through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Shazhou, you'd surface nearest to San Juan Bautista, Chile, about 925 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Shazhou

📍 Location Details

CityShazhou
StateGansu (Ϊ―Ϋ•Ω†Ψ³Ϋ‡ Ψ¦Ϋ†Ω„ΩƒΩ‰Ψ³Ω‰)
CountryChina
ContinentAsia
DistrictJiuquan Shi
Time Zone+08:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation1,144 m / 3,753 ft
GPS (DD)40.138, 94.6623

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Shazhou

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Gansu
Parent Country: China

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Shazhou 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.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
YangjiaqiaoGansuS1 km1 mi~1m🗺 View
SuzhouGansuNW3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
SanweiGansuNE4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
DunhuangGansuNE4 km2 mi~4m🗺 View
QiliGansuSW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
MengjiaqiaoGansuNW6 km4 mi~6m🗺 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.

🚗 Distance from Shazhou to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Lanzhou
922 km (573 mi)
SE of Shazhou • ~15h 22m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Beijing
1,846 km (1,147 mi)
E of Shazhou • ~30h 46m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Gansu

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Gansu, the home state of Shazhou, 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 NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Lanzhou36.057° N103.8399° E1,521 m0 km🗺 View Map
Qingyang35.7098° N107.6446° E1,427 m345 km🗺 View Map
Tianshui34.5795° N105.7424° E1,153 m238 km🗺 View Map
Wuwei37.9267° N102.632° E1,542 m234 km🗺 View Map
Zhangye38.9342° N100.4517° E1,481 m438 km🗺 View Map
Pingliang35.5392° N106.6861° E1,354 m263 km🗺 View Map
Jiuquan39.7432° N98.5174° E1,464 m621 km🗺 View Map
Dingxi35.5709° N104.623° E1,908 m89 km🗺 View Map
Baiyin36.547° N104.1702° E1,723 m62 km🗺 View Map
Linxia Chengguanzhen35.6003° N103.2064° E1,893 m76 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Dunhuang Mogao International Airport
IATA: DNH
13 km (8 mi) from Shazhou
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🌍 Shazhou Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Shazhou Matter

The exact GPS location of Shazhou 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

📈 Coordinate Formats for Shazhou Mapping

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 Shazhou are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Shazhou

The satellite view of Shazhou 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

🌎 Regional Position of Shazhou in Gansu

Shazhou 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

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Shazhou Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Shazhou 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

💻 Using Shazhou Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Shazhou 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

📊 How to Use Shazhou Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Shazhou directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Shazhou. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Gansu CitiesAccess the full city directory for Gansu ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Shazhou Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Shazhou?

The GPS coordinates of Shazhou are latitude 40.138° and longitude 94.6623°. In directional format: 40.138° N, 94.6623° E. These coordinates mark the center of Shazhou in Gansu and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Shazhou located?

Shazhou is a city in Gansu, China, on the continent of Asia. It falls within Jiuquan Shi. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Shazhou?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Shazhou sits at: Latitude 40° 8' 17" N and Longitude 94° 39' 44" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Shazhou on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Shazhou is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 40.138, 94.6623 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Shazhou in Gansu. For broader context, explore the Gansu state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Shazhou?

The nearest airport to Shazhou is Dunhuang Mogao International Airport (DNH), roughly 13 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Shazhou from Lanzhou?

Shazhou is approximately 922 km (573 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.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Shazhou?

Shazhou sits at an elevation of approximately 1,144 meters (3,753 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Gansu.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Shazhou?

The closest cities to Shazhou include Yangjiaqiao, Suzhou, Sanwei. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Shazhou today?

Today in Shazhou, sunrise is at 06:49 AM and sunset is at 08:43 PM, giving a day length of 13h 54m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Shazhou's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Shazhou from the Equator?

Shazhou is approximately 4,468 km (2,776 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,056 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Shazhou?

The antipodal point of Shazhou — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to San Juan Bautista, Chile, roughly 925 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.

🚗 How far is Shazhou from Beijing, the capital of China?

Shazhou is approximately 1,846 km (1,147 mi) E of Beijing, the national capital of China, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.