It is believed that when a person’s shadow departs, death is imminent. However, there exists a place where shadows momentarily vanish, relieving the fear of mortality. This locale has now become a popular spot for selfies. Indeed, the ‘Tropic of Cancer’ traversing Deewanganj in Madhya Pradesh, Raisen district stands out as an exceptional selfie spot. At this location, the human shadow vanishes entirely. Additionally, each year on June 21 at noon, the shadow phenomenon occurs.
The Tropic of Cancer , familiar from childhood geography lessons and world maps, traverses through Salamatpur between Deewanganj in Madhya Pradesh’s Raisen district and the national highway. Each year on June 21 at noon, the standing person’s shadow vanishes at this latitude due to the sun’s rays directly overhead, earning it the nickname ‘No Shadow Zone’.
Experiencing the Tropic of Cancer firsthand, a geographic feature familiar from childhood studies and globe observations, offers a truly unique experience. This significant line crosses 25 kilometers north of Bhopal, capital of Madhya Pradesh, and traverses areas including Deewan Ganj and Salamatpur along State Highway-18.
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Tropic Of Cancer
The Tropic of Cancer, alternatively referred to as the Northern Tropic, marks the northernmost latitude where the Sun appears directly overhead. This phenomenon occurs during the June solstice when the Northern Hemisphere tilts closest to the Sun. Conversely, during the December Solstice, the Tropic of Cancer reaches its maximum distance of 90 degrees below the horizon at solar midnight. Currently located approximately 23°26′10.0″ (or 23.43611°) north of the Equator, its position is continuously updated using a precise mathematical formula.
