Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station
The Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station is situated on a plateau and rises 9,301 feet above sea level. This city in Antarctica bears the names of two idealistic team captains who attempted to reach the South Pole: Roald Amundsen and Robert F. Scott.
The Navy Seebees constructed the Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station in November 1956 to aid in the geophysics of the Polar regions research. It is currently run by the National Science Foundation's Division of Polar Programs in keeping with its intended use.
It is home to the Martin A. Pomerantz Observatory for Astrophysics and the Atmospheric Research Observatory, making it the most southerly settlement on the planet. A minor biomedical research facility, a number of lodging options, and the Jack F. Paulus Skiway airport are also located there.
Its 50 to 200 individuals frequently face "long days and nights" due to its polar position. To illustrate, the Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station receives constant sunlight for six months. And for the following six months, the base is completely in the dark, with temperatures falling as low as -99 degrees Fahrenheit.
Location: Geographic South Pole, Antarctic Plateau, Antarctica
