General Knowledge: Do you wonder where the centre of the Earth truly is? Cultural or religious beliefs suggest different locations for the Earth’s center. In India, Prayagraj (Allahabad) is considered the center of the Earth. In Greece, Delphi, and in Islamic tradition, Mecca (the Kaaba), are considered the center of the Earth. The current world map places Greenwich, London, as the centre.

About 22 years ago, in 2003, researchers studying world maps attempted to answer this question. They calculated and determined the geographic centre of the Earth.

Where is the geographical centre of the Earth?

According to the researchers’ study, the Earth’s geographic centre is located in Skılıp, a district in Turkey’s Çorum province. This conclusion was reached after a comprehensive analysis aimed

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