Argentine Antarctica

Argentine Antarctica is a claimed territory in the southern polar region that stretches between the 25th and 74th meridians west, extending all the way to the South Pole. The area includes ice sheets, glaciated coastlines, and rocky outcrops that become partly visible during the Antarctic summer.

Argentina began its presence in Antarctica in 1904 by establishing the Orcadas station on Laurie Island. This base remained continuously operational and became the oldest permanently occupied research station on the continent.

The region operates under the Antarctic Treaty of 1959, which designates the entire continent for scientific research and environmental preservation.

The region is accessible only through scientific expeditions or specialized cruises that operate during the summer season between November and March. The six permanent research stations do not offer public tours but can sometimes be visited with prior authorization.

The Esperanza station on the northern tip of the Antarctic Peninsula occasionally hosts families with children who live there for several months. In 1978, the first baby considered born on the Antarctic continent was delivered there.

Location: Antarctic Treaty area

Inception: 1901

Founders: José María Sobral

Website: http://dna.gov.ar

GPS coordinates: -75.00000,-49.50000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 22:03