Center of the Earth

Ever wonder where the center of the world is located?  Well,  I've found the answer... FELICITY, CA  USA!   Marking the center of world is a pyramid where inside you will find a bronze plaque.  It's a bizarre story,  but Felicity (population 4), in the middle of the desert (no man's land) is by law the center of this earth.

 The children's fairytale book "COE the Good Dragon at the Center of the World" (now in it's 6th edition), led to the law making Felicity the official center of the world in 1989.  The town of Felicity was given international honor being the center by Ambassador Jean-Marie Daillet of France. About 20 years ago, Jacques-Andres Istel wrote a 14 page book about a dragon named Coe who lives inside a pyramid at the center of the world, where he reads fire proof books and eats nearby mountains.  The author decided to make his fairy tale a reality by creating Felicity, CA (named after his wife).

 
 

He purchased several acres outside of Yuma, CA in the heart of the desert. He then declared himself the mayor :).  He began to build the pyramid and even bought a section of the original spiral staircase from the Eiifel Tower.  His sun dial is amazing with a sculpted hand of God designed to look like Michelangelo's "Creation of Adam".  A train station graces with property with no trains :).  Empty condo units, clusters of monuments and a "Wall of Ages" make this place incredible.

 If you decide to visit, don't forget to make a wish in the pink pyramid and get your "You stood at the middle of the world" certificate.  There is also a brief tour to enjoy.