Guinea-Bissau Antipode: The Other Side of the Earth
Dig a straight tunnel down through Bissau and you would surface in the Pacific Ocean, the point on the planet exactly opposite Guinea-Bissau.
What is the antipode of Guinea-Bissau?
An antipode is the point on the far side of the Earth, exactly opposite a given location. Measured from Bissau, the antipode of Guinea-Bissau sits at 11.9S 164.4E, out in the Pacific Ocean. Like most of the planet's land, Guinea-Bissau's antipode falls in open water, a reminder that oceans cover about 71 percent of the Earth.
Frequently Asked Questions about Guinea-Bissau's Antipode
What is the antipode of Guinea-Bissau?
The antipode of Guinea-Bissau, measured from Bissau, is at 11.9S 164.4E, which lies in the Pacific Ocean.
If you dug straight through the Earth from Guinea-Bissau, where would you come out?
You would surface in the Pacific Ocean, on the exact opposite side of the planet from Bissau.
Why is Guinea-Bissau'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, Guinea-Bissau included.