Many people who choose to holiday by the sea than on the shores of the lake. In fact, a lot of which is not less beautiful lakes to the sea. Of the many lakes in the world, here's 12 of the most spectacular lakes. The lake is located at a high altitude, deep, clear, and beautiful views. Everything can be seen through the boat, cable car, walkways, or castle tower.
1. Lake Malawi, Malawi
Is home to 1,000 species of fish, most of the other lakes. Lake Malawi is also called Lake Nyasa is the third largest lake in Africa with a length of 363 miles and a depth of 50 miles. The lake is located at 2,300 feet below sea level, on the border between Malawi, Mozambique, and Tanzania, which support hundreds of local residents with a wealth of water springs, which unfortunately are endangered due to overfishing. Borders the southern part of the rich wild life. Cape Maclear, which is the first freshwater national park and a UNESCO world heritage site in 1984.
2. Peyto Lake, Alberta, Canada
Peyto Lake is located in the province of Alberta, in the Canadian Rockies Mountains. The water is a beautiful turquoise color and beauty of paradise sometimes associated with warmer waters like Antigua and Bora-Bora. Lake Louise, which also exist in Alberta, it is the most well-known and often used in photo postcards and posters. However, Peytolah Lake, which is located 29 miles north of the Icefields Parkway, between the mountains of the Canadian Rockies, is the most beautiful to be immortalized. To see a more dramatic view of the length of the lake is 1.7 miles around the map in the dense forest to the summit of the mountain, then down to the Bow Summit, the highest point of the garden path and then follow the hiking path to see it.
3. Crater Lake, Oregon
A thousand years ago, the peak of the Cascade Range volcanoes erupted and left a big hole known as Crater Lake. This lake is the center of the National Park which is located on the north Oregon that displays exquisite natural beauty and powerful. Green forest and situated at an altitude of 2,000 feet around the lake, adding to the existing beauty. Depth of the lake reaches 1,943 feet make this lake as the deepest lake in the U.S. mainland with color sapphire blue waters.
4. Lake Taal, Philippines
The layout of this lake is 37.38 miles south of Manila. Became famous for two things, namely having reached a depth of 564 feet and houses the smallest volcano in the world's most active, Mount Taal. Taal volcano is located in the waters adjacent to the island of Luzon. The lake is formed by a volcanic eruption which left a big hole. Currently, seismologists spend their time monitoring point earthquake and eruption sends a warning to the Ministry of Tourism. However, many travel agencies that offer travel here even though this area has been declared a danger zone. Safest Way to see these sights is through Tagaytay-Taal jaan near Tagaytay City.
5. Lake Atitlán, Guatemala
Approximately 1 mile above the plateau Guatemala, Atitlán (Lago de Atitlán), has three big volcanic hole. Small Mayan villages located on the outskirts of the lake is filled with oak and pine trees and 800 species of other plants. Not quite a sight, all to be seen, so try a few observation points, among others, from the height of Highway 1, from a small boat through the town Panajachel that connects from one village to another. There is a sad note on this lake, in October and November 2009 there was an increase in blue-green algae in the lake's surface causing the surface of the lake is closed. The lake can be reached with a distance of 2.5 hours from Guatemala City.
6. Loch Lomand, Scotland
With the background of valley full of winds and the temples of the medieval era, Lake Loch Lomond exactly like the picture of Victorian romance novels. 24-mile-long lake is characterized by the presence of islands, some of which are very small to the island will be lost when the water level reached its highest point. Most ferries stop at the largest island, Inchmurrin (population 11), so that visitors can see the remains of the 7th century monastery and castle Lennok 14th century, which is used as a hunting cabin by the ancient kings. The lake is located 24 kilometers north of Glasgow and 66 miles west of Edinburgh.
7. Lake Garda, Italy
Lake Garda is the largest lake in Italy and is one of the most popular vacation spot for Italians. Southern mainland is home to stay with pastel colors and hotels with terracotta roofs. The southern area is also an area that is quiet and comfortable. The northern part is the highest point Dolomite, a magnet for walkers and cyclists who want to test their guts. In Malcesine, there is a beautiful city with streets made of granite and stone temples medieval times. A ride on the cable car can be done from the top of Mount Baldo, to see the beautiful view of the lake. Lake Garda is located between Milan and Venice.
8. Lake Annecy, France
The lake is located in the heart of the Alps, France, it is easy to see, but do not expect to see the reflection of the water surface during the holidays. Annecy lake filled with activity, especially in August when Paris and the French government closed extend holiday. Sailors, skiers, cyclists, and pedestrians enliven the path around the lake. Visitors who come here often know what they should do than they first arrive. On the first Saturday in August, when huge and beautiful fireworks lit Govt two hours and shadows appear on the water surface. The lake is located 20 kilometers north of the city of Geneva, Switzerland.
9. Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
16 lake blue-green is covered by dense vegetation and connected by hundreds of waterfalls. For the adventurous, can embark on a journey from the lowest lake and follow the path made of round logs and could be a nice walking paths. Take a trip over 10 minutes to the top of the head to the biggest waterfall in the country, Veliki Slap ("Big Waterfall") with a height of 230 feet. Water-water that collects in a pool falls in turquoise. While traveling, you will see deer, bobcat, wolves, and bears are easily visible. The lake can be reached from the city of Zagreb to travel by car for two hours.
10. Lake Nakuru, Kenya
The water was quite blue with a background of green bushes and beautiful cliff to preserve. However, there is a real picture of the edge of Nakuru pink, the Flamingo Bird. This bird species is one that is able to withstand the conditions of the water which contains sodium carbonate, which is able to burn anyone who touches. In addition, there are many birds that eat algae contained in shallow water. The lake is located in the heart of Lake Nakuru National Park, captive rhinos, 3 hours from Nairobi
11. Lake Matheson, New Zealand
The lake is also known as Mirror Lake. Lakes located in the South Island is famous for its reflections of Mount Cook and Mount Tasman on the surface. Visit this lake after dawn is the ideal time, when the water is calm and picture perfect on the surface. In addition to the reflections, Lake Matheson himself is a decent area explored. The park is located near the Clearwater River bridge and Kahikatea trees and rimu branches that have a very long and lovely and lush leaves, exactly as depicted in the book Dr. Seuss. Three miles east of the lake there is a small town of Fox Glacier, the township that provides a cabin for the adventurous.
12. Lake Bled, Slovenia
To get to the lake in the Slovenian area, immediately headed toward Bled Castle high on the edge of a cliff 460 feet. There you will see a row of mountains in all directions, mountains of Julian Alps and Karavanke, and below you'll see again and Alpine Lake Bled Island.
Bled Island is a circle of small forest which is home of the Assumption Church of the 17th century and has a classic clock tower. Down to land on the shores of the lake, there are many pletna boat (like a gondola) that can take you to the island. Be sure to ring the church bell and make a wish before you get back to the mainland. Mountain lakes to protect water from cold northern winds. Therefore, the relatively warm waters of Lake Bled, 79 degrees Fahrenheit. If it is too cold, the northern part of the lake has three hotels that build pools around the hot springs. Slovenian capital city, Ljubljana, is located 35 miles away from the lake.
by:dede sulaeman
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