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Is it possible to be a Catholic in Antarctica?
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Approximately 200 Argentines live and work in Antarctica, some of whom remain on the continent through the entire winter season, according to Rome Reports. These individuals reside in an isolated environment located more than 600 miles from the nearest city.
The conditions for those living in the region include constant darkness during the winter, wind gusts exceeding 185 miles per hour, and temperatures falling well below minus 40 degrees.
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