Philippines Antipode: The Other Side of the Earth
Dig a straight tunnel down through Manila and you would surface in Brazil, the point on the planet exactly opposite Philippines.
Manila: 14.6N 121.0E
Antipode: 14.6S 59.0W (Brazil)
What is the antipode of Philippines?
An antipode is the point on the far side of the Earth, exactly opposite a given location. Measured from Manila, the antipode of Philippines sits at 14.6S 59.0W in Brazil. That makes Philippines and Brazil antipodal neighbours, a genuinely rare pairing: roughly 85 percent of all land has its antipode in the ocean.
Frequently Asked Questions about Philippines's Antipode
What is the antipode of Philippines?
The antipode of Philippines, measured from Manila, is at 14.6S 59.0W, which lies in Brazil.
If you dug straight through the Earth from Philippines, where would you come out?
You would surface in Brazil, on the exact opposite side of the planet from Manila.
Why is Philippines's antipode on land?
Most land antipodes fall in water, so a land-on-land pairing like Philippines and Brazil is uncommon and worth noting.