Trinidad and Tobago Antipode: The Other Side of the Earth
Dig a straight tunnel down through Port of Spain and you would surface in the Indian Ocean, the point on the planet exactly opposite Trinidad and Tobago.
What is the antipode of Trinidad and Tobago?
An antipode is the point on the far side of the Earth, exactly opposite a given location. Measured from Port of Spain, the antipode of Trinidad and Tobago sits at 10.7S 118.5E, out in the Indian Ocean. Like most of the planet's land, Trinidad and Tobago's antipode falls in open water, a reminder that oceans cover about 71 percent of the Earth.
Frequently Asked Questions about Trinidad and Tobago's Antipode
What is the antipode of Trinidad and Tobago?
The antipode of Trinidad and Tobago, measured from Port of Spain, is at 10.7S 118.5E, which lies in the Indian Ocean.
If you dug straight through the Earth from Trinidad and Tobago, where would you come out?
You would surface in the Indian Ocean, on the exact opposite side of the planet from Port of Spain.
Why is Trinidad and Tobago'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, Trinidad and Tobago included.