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Lake Vostok, Antarctica
Maximum depth: 800 meters (2,600 feet)
Buried beneath the thick Antarctic ice sheet lies Vostok, a hidden gem cloaked in mystery. This subglacial lake, isolated for millions of years, is a window into Earth’s ancient past and a potential haven for extremophile life forms. Researching Vostok is like peering into another world, pushing the boundaries of scientific exploration and our understanding of life’s resilience.