How is life in the North Pole?

No one actually lives at the North Pole. Inuit people, who live in the nearby Arctic regions of Canada, Greenland, and Russia, have never made homes at the North Pole. The ice is constantly moving, making it nearly impossible to establish a permanent community.

Are there houses in the Arctic?

An igloo is a shelter built from snow and ice. Not all the people of the Arctic built igloos. The Inuit people of Northern Canada built them. Today the Inuit live mostly in wooden houses.

Do any animals live in the North Pole?

Reaching the North Pole is a travel achievement so epic, few will ever experience it in their lifetime. There’s plenty to do en route to the North Pole, and you might even catch a glimpse of some of the Arctic region’s iconic animals: walrus, seals, whales, seabirds and polar bears.

Can you explore the North Pole?

The North Pole: FAQs It’s only possible to travel to the North Pole by ship during June and July. Outside of these months, you can consider travelling by plane and helicopter, or by the hauled-sled route. Ask our specialists for more details on your options.

Are there igloos in the Arctic?

While igloos are no longer the common type of housing used by the Inuit, they remain culturally significant in Arctic communities. Igloos also retain practical value: some hunters and those seeking emergency shelter still use them.

Are igloos permanent?

An igloo is a type of hut built from snow, mainly by Inuits. Some igloos are built for temporary shelter, while others are permanent, warm housing in very cold climates. The noun igloo comes from an Inuit word, iglu, which means simply “house,” no matter what it’s constructed from.

Has anyone reached North Pole?

In the last five years, only one unsupported, unassisted expedition has completed the journey to the North Pole, compared to seven from 2005 to 2010. “They’re done,” says Richard Weber, an Arctic pioneer from Canada who has skied to the North Pole six times, more than anyone in history.