Eastern Hemisphere

Definition

The Eastern Hemisphere is a geographical term for half of Earth which is east of the prime meridian (which crosses Greenwich, London) and west of Antimeridian. It includes Africa, Asia, Australia and most parts of Europe.

Related terms

Asia: The largest continent located entirely in Northern and Eastern Hemispheres.

Africa: Second largest continent after Asia; located mostly in Eastern Hemisphere but also extends into Western Hemisphere due to Prime Meridian passing through it.

Europe: A continent mainly located within Northern and Eastern Hemispheres.