3. Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station
Sitting right at the Earth’s southern axis, this station endures six months of darkness and relentless sub-zero temperatures. It’s not uncommon for winter temps to fall below -100°F (-73°C). Despite its harshness, it remains a hub for cutting-edge astronomy and atmospheric science.
Living here means total isolation—but also the closest you’ll get to living in another world.