Yemen Antipode: The Other Side of the Earth
Dig a straight tunnel down through Sanaa and you would surface in the Pacific Ocean, the point on the planet exactly opposite Yemen.
What is the antipode of Yemen?
An antipode is the point on the far side of the Earth, exactly opposite a given location. Measured from Sanaa, the antipode of Yemen sits at 15.4S 135.8W, out in the Pacific Ocean. Like most of the planet's land, Yemen's antipode falls in open water, a reminder that oceans cover about 71 percent of the Earth.
Frequently Asked Questions about Yemen's Antipode
What is the antipode of Yemen?
The antipode of Yemen, measured from Sanaa, is at 15.4S 135.8W, which lies in the Pacific Ocean.
If you dug straight through the Earth from Yemen, where would you come out?
You would surface in the Pacific Ocean, on the exact opposite side of the planet from Sanaa.
Why is Yemen'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, Yemen included.