Eritrea Antipode: The Other Side of the Earth
Dig a straight tunnel down through Asmara and you would surface in the Pacific Ocean, the point on the planet exactly opposite Eritrea.
What is the antipode of Eritrea?
An antipode is the point on the far side of the Earth, exactly opposite a given location. Measured from Asmara, the antipode of Eritrea sits at 15.3S 141.1W, out in the Pacific Ocean. Like most of the planet's land, Eritrea's antipode falls in open water, a reminder that oceans cover about 71 percent of the Earth.
Frequently Asked Questions about Eritrea's Antipode
What is the antipode of Eritrea?
The antipode of Eritrea, measured from Asmara, is at 15.3S 141.1W, which lies in the Pacific Ocean.
If you dug straight through the Earth from Eritrea, where would you come out?
You would surface in the Pacific Ocean, on the exact opposite side of the planet from Asmara.
Why is Eritrea'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, Eritrea included.