Ethiopia Antipode: The Other Side of the Earth
Dig a straight tunnel down through Addis Ababa and you would surface in the Pacific Ocean, the point on the planet exactly opposite Ethiopia.
What is the antipode of Ethiopia?
An antipode is the point on the far side of the Earth, exactly opposite a given location. Measured from Addis Ababa, the antipode of Ethiopia sits at 9.0S 141.3W, out in the Pacific Ocean. Like most of the planet's land, Ethiopia's antipode falls in open water, a reminder that oceans cover about 71 percent of the Earth.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ethiopia's Antipode
What is the antipode of Ethiopia?
The antipode of Ethiopia, measured from Addis Ababa, is at 9.0S 141.3W, which lies in the Pacific Ocean.
If you dug straight through the Earth from Ethiopia, where would you come out?
You would surface in the Pacific Ocean, on the exact opposite side of the planet from Addis Ababa.
Why is Ethiopia'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, Ethiopia included.