Topics: Antarctic : Antarctica
Antarctica is the Earth's fifth largest and highest (on average) continent, which doubles in size during winter. It is also the coldest, windiest, and driest continent with some areas receiving no rain for up to a hundred years. During summer, more solar radiation reaches the surface of Antarctica than is received at the Equator over an equivalent period.Antarctica contains many volcanoes, some of them still active, and the world's largest glacier system reaching 300 km into the interior and up to 80 km wide at its mouth. The continent is the only ice and land mass within the Antarctic Circle and is governed internationally by the Antarctic Treaty of 1961. It is uninhabited except for scientific bases and large flocks of sea birds including penguins.
Islands
Antarctica has a large number of islands, several of which are connected to the mainland by ice in the winter months.
Adelaide Island,
Alexander Island,
Anvers Island,
Balleny Island,
Berkner Island,
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Maps and Views
This category includes web sites offering online maps, photographs, web cam views, and satellite images of Antarctica.
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News and Media
This category includes the web sites of Antarctica related magazines, e-zines, newspapers, radio, and other media.
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Science and Environment
This category includes web sites about the natural, scientific, and environmental aspects of Antarctica. It includes information about the natural environment, environmental problems, and scientific activities specific to Antarctica.
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Society and Culture
This category includes web sites that reflect the history and composition of Antarctica. It also includes sites about local social-service resources and institutions.
Personal Pages,
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Travel and Tourism
This category includes web sites directed at those visiting Antarctica. Examples include sites for lodging facilities, travel guides, attractions, tour operators, and travel agents.
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Weather
This category includes weather-related sites for Antarctica.
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