Antarctica. You know, that giant continent at the bottom of the earth that’s ruled by penguins and seals.
– C.B. Cook, Twinepathy
What Is Antarctica?
Antarctica is the southernmost continent on Earth, located almost entirely within the Antarctic Circle. It is the fifth-largest continent, covering an area of around 14 million square kilometers (5.4 million square miles), making it larger than Europe and almost twice the size of Australia. Despite its size, it is the least populous continent, with no indigenous inhabitants and no permanent human settlements. #cool
Who Owns Antarctica?
There is no single country that owns Antarctica. Instead, Antarctica is governed by a group of nations in a unique international partnership. The Antarctic Treaty, first signed on December 1, 1959, designates Antarctica as a continent devoted to peace and science. #funfact