Which continent is often referred to as the "Dark Continent"?

The term "Dark Continent" is historically used to refer to Africa. This designation originated during the 19th century, stemming from the European perspective of Africa as unexplored and mysterious due to limited knowledge about its interior regions at the time. The continent was largely viewed through a lens of darkness, both literally, in terms of uncharted territory, and figuratively, relating to misconceptions about the cultures and peoples inhabiting it. While this term is considered outdated and politically incorrect in modern discourse, it highlights the historical context of European exploration and colonization in Africa. The other continents mentioned do not carry this specific designation and have not been referred to in the same way in historical literature or discourse.