Saint Kitts and Nevis Antipode: The Other Side of the Earth
Dig a straight tunnel down through Basseterre and you would surface in the Indian Ocean, the point on the planet exactly opposite Saint Kitts and Nevis.
What is the antipode of Saint Kitts and Nevis?
An antipode is the point on the far side of the Earth, exactly opposite a given location. Measured from Basseterre, the antipode of Saint Kitts and Nevis sits at 17.3S 117.3E, out in the Indian Ocean. Like most of the planet's land, Saint Kitts and Nevis's antipode falls in open water, a reminder that oceans cover about 71 percent of the Earth.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saint Kitts and Nevis's Antipode
What is the antipode of Saint Kitts and Nevis?
The antipode of Saint Kitts and Nevis, measured from Basseterre, is at 17.3S 117.3E, which lies in the Indian Ocean.
If you dug straight through the Earth from Saint Kitts and Nevis, where would you come out?
You would surface in the Indian Ocean, on the exact opposite side of the planet from Basseterre.
Why is Saint Kitts and Nevis'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, Saint Kitts and Nevis included.