Shackleton Crater

Shackleton Crater is a large, permanent polar crater on the Moon's south pole. Named after explorer Ernest Shackleton, it is notable for near-constant darkness inside its shadowed interior, which may harbor water ice deposits. The crater's unique lighting conditions create regions that never see sunlight, making it an area of interest for future lunar exploration, especially for possible water resources. Its sharply defined walls and steep slopes contrast with the surrounding terrain, providing valuable insights into the Moon’s geological history and the presence of ice beneath its surface.