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Chiayi City, Provincial city in southwestern Taiwan.

Chiayi City occupies a strategic position in the Chianan Plain, with an elevation of 69 meters and two main districts dividing the municipality.

The area, originally inhabited by Hoanya people under the name Tirosen, underwent transformation when Han Chinese settlers arrived and established communities.

The Chiayi Municipal Museum and Historical Relic Museum present collections about regional development, traditional customs, and local artistic expressions.

The Taiwan Railways Administration serves the city through Chiayi Station and Jiabei Station, connecting travelers to major destinations across the country.

The Tropic of Cancer passes directly through Chiayi City, marked by a monument that indicates this specific geographical latitude position.

Location: Taiwan Province

Elevation above the sea: 69 m

Shares border with: Chiayi County

Website: https://chiayi.gov.tw/en

GPS coordinates: 23.48000,120.44972

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:51

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