Lago de Ilopango, the largest natural lake in El Salvador, spans nearly 18,000 acres of shimmering water. Formed 15 centuries ago by the collapse of a volcanic caldera, it is a hidden gem offering scenic beauty and recreational activities. Located about 10 miles from San Salvador, it is easily accessible by bus or taxi. The … Read more
Chandra Taal, meaning ‘Moon Lake,’ is a captivating high-altitude lake in the upper Chandra valley of the Lahaul and Spiti district in Himachal Pradesh, India. Nestled near the source of the Chandra River, the lake sits at about 4,300 meters (14,100 feet) in the Himalayas. Known for its crescent shape, Chandra Taal is surrounded by … Read more
Riverside County, California, has a charming water storage reservoir called Lake Hemet, which is tucked away in the San Jacinto Mountains. The lake was formed in 1895 when the Lake Hemet Dam was built. It has a surface area of 470 acres and a water capacity of 14,000 acre-feet. Perched 4,340 feet above sea level, … Read more
Lake Carezza, located in the Trentino-Alto Adige area of northern Italy, is a stunning sight referred to as “The Pearl of the Dolomites.” This little glacial lake, sometimes called Lago di Carezza or Karersee, lies at the base of the Latemar Massif and reflects the snow-capped peaks that rise above it. The Italian name means … Read more
Kanas Lake, located in Altay Prefecture, Xinjiang, China, is a stunning crescent-shaped lake formed by glacial activity around 200,000 years ago during the Quaternary period. Nestled in a valley in the Altai Mountains near the borders of Russia, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia, the lake boasts an estimated water storage capacity of 53.8 billion cubic meters and … Read more
Lake Carnegie, also known as Carnegie Lake, is a gift from steel magnate Andrew Carnegie. Located on Princeton University’s southern end, it was constructed to provide a practice lake for the Princeton rowing team. The lake, formed by damming the Millstone River at the confluence of Stony Brook, has been a cherished spot since 1906. … Read more
Lake Singkarak, known as Danau Singkarak in Indonesian, is a stunning lake in West Sumatra, Indonesia, nestled between the regencies of Tanah Datar and Solok. This crescent-shaped lake covers an area of 107.8 km² and is approximately 21 km in length and 7 km in width. It is one of the region’s most beautiful natural … Read more
Erhai Lake, or Er Lake (Chinese: 洱海; pinyin: Ěrhǎi), is an alpine fault lake located in Dali City, Yunnan province, China. This stunning lake, once known as Yeyuze or Kunming Lake in ancient times, lies at an elevation of 1,972 meters (6,470 ft) and is nestled between the regencies of Tanah Datar and Solok. Erhai … Read more
Tranquil waters, majestic peaks, and abundant wildlife define the Grand Teton Lakes, nestled within the serene Grand Teton National Park. Jenny Lake, String Lake, and Leigh Lake, situated south of the larger Jackson Lake, offer breathtaking scenery, gentle trails, and lakeside camping. Jenny Lake, the southernmost and deepest of the three at 423 feet, features … Read more
Stunning and spacious, Canada’s Great Central Lake is situated on British Columbia’s Vancouver Island. It is situated northwest of Port Alberni and north of Sproat Lake. Spanning 45 kilometers (28 miles) in length, with an area of 50.85 square kilometers (19.63 square miles) and an average depth of 124 meters (407 feet), it is the … Read more