Historic Sites and Monuments of Antarctica
The Coldest Place on Earth Is Even Colder Than Scientists Thought
Scientists already knew that the lowest temperatures ever measured on Earth were on a frozen ice ridge in eastern Antarctica, near the South Pole. But they recently discovered that temperatures there can drop even lower than those previously measured.
Turkey deploys scientists to Antarctica to upgrade status in treaty, conduct research
Turkey is set to deploy a large team of scientists to Antarctica, the world’s fifth largest continent, to assess the feasibility of establishing a scientific base in order to meet the criteria needed to upgrade its status from non-consultative to consultative party in the Antarctic Treaty.
Bulgaria Hosts Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting
The aim of the forum is to exchange information, formulate measures and decide upon measures for promoting eco-friendly policies. Bulgarian President Rosen Plevneliev made a speech at the official opening ceremony.