Burkina Faso Antipode: The Other Side of the Earth
Dig a straight tunnel down through Ouagadougou and you would surface in the Pacific Ocean, the point on the planet exactly opposite Burkina Faso.
What is the antipode of Burkina Faso?
An antipode is the point on the far side of the Earth, exactly opposite a given location. Measured from Ouagadougou, the antipode of Burkina Faso sits at 12.4S 178.5E, out in the Pacific Ocean. Like most of the planet's land, Burkina Faso's antipode falls in open water, a reminder that oceans cover about 71 percent of the Earth.
Frequently Asked Questions about Burkina Faso's Antipode
What is the antipode of Burkina Faso?
The antipode of Burkina Faso, measured from Ouagadougou, is at 12.4S 178.5E, which lies in the Pacific Ocean.
If you dug straight through the Earth from Burkina Faso, where would you come out?
You would surface in the Pacific Ocean, on the exact opposite side of the planet from Ouagadougou.
Why is Burkina Faso's antipode in the ocean?
Oceans cover about 71 percent of the Earth and land is unevenly spread, so about 85 percent of all land has its antipode at sea, Burkina Faso included.