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The freezing bleak landscape of Antarctica is a magnet for tourists from all over the globe. The attractions in Antarctica comprise both the natural attractions and man made endeavors.
The continent of Antarctica is a forbidding place. The danger inherent in such a hostile environment makes the Antarctic continent an attractive holiday destination. The attractions in Antarctica include not only the landscape but also the unique animal species inhabiting the region. The unique animal species include animals like killer whales, blue whales, penguins and seals. The zoology buff may find delight in examining the various types of krills. The krill is a small crustacean found exclusively in Antarctica. The other Antarctica attractions are the permanent ice sheets. The man made attractions of Antarctica are the number of scientific research stations established by nationals of various countries.
The principal man made attractions of Antarctica includes the four scientific Chilean bases located in the region. The four artificial bases are the Presedente Frei Base, Villa Las Estrellas, Chile Bay and Fildes Bay. The Fildes Bay is situated on King George Island. A large number of marine species including penguins may be observed here. The Villa Las Estrellas is the principal nodal point for infrastructure and transport in the immediate region.
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