Togo Antipode: The Other Side of the Earth
Dig a straight tunnel down through Lomé and you would surface in the Pacific Ocean, the point on the planet exactly opposite Togo.
What is the antipode of Togo?
An antipode is the point on the far side of the Earth, exactly opposite a given location. Measured from Lomé, the antipode of Togo sits at 6.1S 178.8W, out in the Pacific Ocean. Like most of the planet's land, Togo's antipode falls in open water, a reminder that oceans cover about 71 percent of the Earth.
Frequently Asked Questions about Togo's Antipode
What is the antipode of Togo?
The antipode of Togo, measured from Lomé, is at 6.1S 178.8W, which lies in the Pacific Ocean.
If you dug straight through the Earth from Togo, where would you come out?
You would surface in the Pacific Ocean, on the exact opposite side of the planet from Lomé.
Why is Togo'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, Togo included.