Grenada Antipode: The Other Side of the Earth
Dig a straight tunnel down through Saint George's and you would surface in the Indian Ocean, the point on the planet exactly opposite Grenada.
What is the antipode of Grenada?
An antipode is the point on the far side of the Earth, exactly opposite a given location. Measured from Saint George's, the antipode of Grenada sits at 12.1S 118.3E, out in the Indian Ocean. Like most of the planet's land, Grenada's antipode falls in open water, a reminder that oceans cover about 71 percent of the Earth.
Frequently Asked Questions about Grenada's Antipode
What is the antipode of Grenada?
The antipode of Grenada, measured from Saint George's, is at 12.1S 118.3E, which lies in the Indian Ocean.
If you dug straight through the Earth from Grenada, where would you come out?
You would surface in the Indian Ocean, on the exact opposite side of the planet from Saint George's.
Why is Grenada'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, Grenada included.