Kuwait Antipode: The Other Side of the Earth
Dig a straight tunnel down through Kuwait City and you would surface in the Pacific Ocean, the point on the planet exactly opposite Kuwait.
What is the antipode of Kuwait?
An antipode is the point on the far side of the Earth, exactly opposite a given location. Measured from Kuwait City, the antipode of Kuwait sits at 29.4S 132.0W, out in the Pacific Ocean. Like most of the planet's land, Kuwait's antipode falls in open water, a reminder that oceans cover about 71 percent of the Earth.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuwait's Antipode
What is the antipode of Kuwait?
The antipode of Kuwait, measured from Kuwait City, is at 29.4S 132.0W, which lies in the Pacific Ocean.
If you dug straight through the Earth from Kuwait, where would you come out?
You would surface in the Pacific Ocean, on the exact opposite side of the planet from Kuwait City.
Why is Kuwait'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, Kuwait included.