The Machu Picchu Scientific Base is a Peruvian polar research facility located in Antarctica. It was established specifically to conduct scientific research across various disciplines, including geology, climatology, and biology.
The base serves as a hub for studying the continent's geological history, potential sea resources, wind strengths, and air pollution levels. Additionally, researchers at the facility study how animals adapt to freezing environments. The station is named in honor of the Peruvian World Heritage Site, Machu Picchu.