The areas are all near the moon’s previously unvisited south pole, and each has multiple locations suitable for landing. It was investigated whether there is sufficient sunlight to use as an energy source, whether communication with the earth is possible and whether the site is passable. The Malapert Massif, the Leibnitz Beta Plateau and the Faustini Rim are on the list, among others.
NASA Designates 13 Areas to Land on the Moon | Science
