The equator is an imaginary horizontal line. It encircles the Earth like a belt. The equator marks the mid-point between the North and South Poles. The latitude of the equator is zero degrees.

Many people visit the equator monument on lhéu das Rolas, a small island off the west coast of Africa. Ilhéu das Rolas is marked on the map with a star.

Looking for Clues?
Ilhéu das Rolas is not a Mystery Class site. However, you can find its photoperiod and compare it to others for clues.

Using this information:

• Can you tell which Mystery Classes are north and south of the equator?

• Which site is closest to the equator?

Photo: Wikipedia Commons.
The Equator
divides the Earth into Northern and Southern hemispheres.


Photo: Wikipedia Commons.
The Equator Monument
on Ilhéu das Rolas