Ghana Antipode: The Other Side of the Earth
Dig a straight tunnel down through Accra and you would surface in the Pacific Ocean, the point on the planet exactly opposite Ghana.
What is the antipode of Ghana?
An antipode is the point on the far side of the Earth, exactly opposite a given location. Measured from Accra, the antipode of Ghana sits at 5.6S 179.8E, out in the Pacific Ocean. Like most of the planet's land, Ghana's antipode falls in open water, a reminder that oceans cover about 71 percent of the Earth.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghana's Antipode
What is the antipode of Ghana?
The antipode of Ghana, measured from Accra, is at 5.6S 179.8E, which lies in the Pacific Ocean.
If you dug straight through the Earth from Ghana, where would you come out?
You would surface in the Pacific Ocean, on the exact opposite side of the planet from Accra.
Why is Ghana'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, Ghana included.