Antarctica has always existed at the edge of human imagination. Long before anyone set foot on its frozen shores, people believed something had to be waiting beyond the horizon. Centuries later, explorers risked everything to find out.

This week, we're tracing the evolution of Antarctica's greatest mysteries. Along the way, we'll separate documented history from modern mythology and explore why one of the most remote places on Earth continues to inspire stories unlike anywhere else.

So grab a very warm drink, and let's head for the last blank space on the map. Cheers!

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