The Polar Base
Welcome to the Polar Base, an immersive space dedicated to the icy worlds of the Arctic and Antarctic.
Embark on a journey to discover the scientific bases established at the poles, the species that inhabit them, and the great explorers who braved these extreme environments.
A scientific journey into the heart of the ice
Explore the poles like never before
Set off on an expedition across the frozen expanses of our planet. From polar ice caps to the depths of the permafrost, through gigantic icebergs and shifting sea ice, discover the world of the coldest regions on Earth.
Did you know a simple ice core sample can reveal climate history stretching back hundreds of thousands of years? These cylinders of ice are natural archives that allow scientists to decode climate evolution and better predict the future.
Meet the polar wildlife
Spotlight on iconic species of the extremes
Cold doesn’t mean no life, far from it! Using an interactive zoo-localization console, observe the fascinating species living in the Arctic and Antarctic: polar bears, seals, penguins, walruses, Arctic foxes, terns, and many more.
Play the game to locate each species and test your knowledge:
- Are polar bears found in the North or South?
- Are emperor penguins inhabitants of the Arctic or Antarctic?
A fun and educational way to better understand polar biodiversity distribution.