- Address: Jl. Khatulistiwa, Batu Layang, Pontianak Utara, Kota Pontianak, Kalimantan Barat 78244, Indonesia
In the whole world there are many unique monuments and monuments. One such is installed on the island of Kalimantan , in the city of Pontianak . This is the Memorial Sign Equator.
general information
The city of Pontianak is located on the equator line, where the rivers Kapuas-Kecil and Landak are connected. More precisely, the equator runs north of Pontianak, near the banks of the river Capua-Cecil. In 1928 a Dutch geographic expedition established a sign indicating the exact location of the equator. After 10 years it was improved and rebuilt, in 1990 a building was erected around it. Many are surprised that the Equator Memorial is built mainly of wood, which grows only on the island of Kalimantan.
What's interestnig?
From the mark, similar to the intertwining of arrows and circles, with large outer arrows on the outside, turned out a monument dedicated to the equator. It became the most popular place in the city. The fact that near the equator, any person will feel right away: it's a matter of climate, too humid and warm, a bit even hard for a domestic tourist. But this sightseeing will not hurt you.
Interesting to all is the Memorial Sign Equator as follows:
- in the days of the equinox the memorial attracts many visitors. Annually, from March 21 to 23 and September 23, shadows disappear at this spot at noon, which proves that the sign is located exactly at the equator;
- here you can check the clock, observe the position of the shadow of the main external arrow and, of course, be photographed against the backdrop of the main sight of the city, standing with different legs in different hemispheres;
- any visitor can leave his signature in the guest book and also capture it for memory;
- about visiting the Memorial Sign of the Equator issued a very beautiful certificate, which says who and when he visited. In any case, being on the island of Kalimantan, take the opportunity and personally visit here.
Features of visit
Memorial sign Equator is not too big, but you immediately notice it, especially in the afternoon. Around there are always a lot of tourists photographed against its background. The Equator sign is open for visits every day, except Sundays, from 08:00 to 17:00.
How to get there?
Memorial sign Equator its popularity is largely due to easy access, because it is located close to the motorway. But first you need to fly from Jakarta to Supadio airport in Pontianaka, the flight costs about $ 50. Then it is more convenient to take a taxi and after 40 minutes. you will find yourself near the Memorial Sign Equator.