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Current Date And Time In Taicheng, China

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
11:05:18 CST
State: Shanxi
Currency: Chinese Yuan (CNY)
Timezone: UTC +08:00 (CST)
District: Xinzhou Shi

🗺 Map of Taicheng, Shanxi, China – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Taicheng, a city in Shanxi, 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 Taicheng 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 Taicheng.

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 Taicheng, Shanxi

📍 LATITUDE
38.731°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
113.228°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)38.731° N113.228° E
Signed Decimal Degrees38.731113.228
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)38° 43' 52" N113° 13' 41" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)38° 43.8612' N113° 13.68' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Taicheng Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:36 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:27 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 50m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:32 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Taicheng’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,312 km
(2,679 mi) • Taicheng is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
9,833 km
(6,110 mi) • Taicheng is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
38.731° S, 66.772° W
The point exactly opposite Taicheng through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Taicheng, you'd surface nearest to Chichinales, Argentina, about 45 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 Taicheng

📍 Location Details

CityTaicheng
StateShanxi (ε±±θ₯Ώηœ)
CountryChina
ContinentAsia
DistrictXinzhou Shi
Time Zone+08:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation1,089 m / 3,573 ft
GPS (DD)38.731, 113.228

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Taicheng

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Taicheng 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 Shanxi.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
TanshangShanxiN26 km16 mi~26m🗺 View
JinchangShanxiSW37 km23 mi~37m🗺 View
YantouShanxiN38 km23 mi~38m🗺 View
YukouShanxiNW39 km24 mi~39m🗺 View
XingaoShanxiNW40 km25 mi~40m🗺 View
YuanpingShanxiW41 km25 mi~41m🗺 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 Taicheng to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Taiyuan
112 km (70 mi)
SW of Taicheng • ~1h 52m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Beijing
302 km (188 mi)
NE of Taicheng • ~5h 2m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Shanxi

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Shanxi, the home state of Taicheng, along with each city's aerial distance from Taiyuan, Shanxi's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Taiyuan37.8694° N112.5603° E795 m0 km🗺 View Map
LΓΌliang37.5192° N111.1444° E959 m131 km🗺 View Map
Datong40.0936° N113.2914° E1,054 m255 km🗺 View Map
Jinzhong37.684° N112.7547° E821 m27 km🗺 View Map
Changzhi36.1839° N113.1053° E937 m194 km🗺 View Map
Linfen36.0889° N111.5189° E451 m219 km🗺 View Map
Yangquan37.8575° N113.5633° E722 m88 km🗺 View Map
Changzhi35.2089° N111.7386° E381 m305 km🗺 View Map
Yuncheng35.0231° N110.9928° E361 m346 km🗺 View Map
Xinzhou38.4092° N112.7333° E794 m62 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Shuozhou Zirun Airport
IATA: SZH
76 km (47 mi) from Taicheng
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🌍 Taicheng Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Taicheng Matter

The exact GPS location of Taicheng gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Shanxi. 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 Shanxi state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Taicheng 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 Taicheng are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Taicheng

The satellite view of Taicheng 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 Taicheng in Shanxi

Taicheng sits within Shanxi, 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 Taicheng Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Taicheng 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 Shanxi. › Browse every city in Shanxi

💻 Using Taicheng Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Taicheng 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 Taicheng Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Taicheng 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 Taicheng. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Shanxi CitiesAccess the full city directory for Shanxi ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Taicheng Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Taicheng?

The GPS coordinates of Taicheng are latitude 38.731° and longitude 113.228°. In directional format: 38.731° N, 113.228° E. These coordinates mark the center of Taicheng in Shanxi and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Taicheng located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Taicheng?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Taicheng sits at: Latitude 38° 43' 52" N and Longitude 113° 13' 41" 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 Taicheng on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Taicheng is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 38.731, 113.228 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Taicheng in Shanxi. For broader context, explore the Shanxi state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Taicheng?

The nearest airport to Taicheng is Shuozhou Zirun Airport (SZH), roughly 76 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Taicheng from Taiyuan?

Taicheng is approximately 112 km (70 mi) from Taiyuan, the capital of Shanxi, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Shanxi.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Taicheng?

Taicheng sits at an elevation of approximately 1,089 meters (3,573 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Shanxi.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Taicheng?

The closest cities to Taicheng include Tanshang, Jinchang, Yantou. 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 Taicheng today?

Today in Taicheng, sunrise is at 05:36 AM and sunset is at 07:27 PM, giving a day length of 13h 50m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Taicheng's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Taicheng from the Equator?

Taicheng is approximately 4,312 km (2,679 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 9,833 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 Taicheng?

The antipodal point of Taicheng — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Chichinales, Argentina, roughly 45 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 Taicheng from Beijing, the capital of China?

Taicheng is approximately 302 km (188 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.