Antarctica Landscapes

  Antarctica is the coldest place on Earth. So cold that the only permanent residents brave enough to tough it out are the Emperor Penguins. As the only uninhabited continent, Antarctica has no government and belongs to no country. Various countries claim areas of it. The area between 90°W and 150°W is the only part of Antarctica, indeed the only solid land on Earth, not claimed by any country. Believe it or not, Antarctica is one of the best places on earth to catch a sun tan. Sunburns are often a health issue as the snow surface reflects almost all of the ultraviolet light falling on it. These stunning photos in the gallery below are taken at some of the most beautiful spots that have rarely been seen by human eyes.