The South Frigid Zone is a cold, inhospitable region surrounding the continent of Antarctica. Synonyms for this term include the Southern Ice Cap, the Antarctic Circle, the Southern Polar region, and the Frozen South. These synonyms emphasize the extreme cold and frozen landscapes found in this region. The Southern Icefields, the Antarctic Tundra, and the Southern Glaciers are other terms that highlight the icy nature of the area. The White Continent and the Land of Ice and Snow are more poetic terms for this region. Regardless of the label, the South Frigid Zone remains one of Earth's most isolated and challenging environments.