29th scientific expedition to Antarctica kicks off (1/5)

A squad team of Chinese Antarctic exploration team drives in Antarctic on Dec. 16, 2012, before leaving for China's Kunlun station. The journey is the country's 29th scientific expedition to Antarctica. A significant part of the mission will also include looking for a location for the country's fourth station in the region and second-phase construction of the Kunlun Station. (Xinhua/Xu Wei)