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12 most beautiful lakes in the world
2. Peyto Lake, Alberta, Canada
PeytoDanau Peyto Lake is located in the province of Alberta, in the Canadian Rockies Mountains. The water was a beautiful turquoise color and is sometimes associated with the beauty of heaven as in the warm waters of Antigua and Bora-Bora. Lake Louise, which also exist in Alberta, it is the most famous and often used as images on postcards and posters. However, Peytolah Lake, located 29 miles north of the Icefields Parkway, between the mountainous Canadian Rockies, is the most beautiful to be immortalized. To see the scenery more dramatic than 1.7 mile long lake is move around 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 trails to view it.
3. Crater Lake, Oregon
Lake CraterSeribu years ago, the peak of the Cascade Range volcano erupted and left a large hole, known as Crater Lake. This lake is the center of National Park which is located on the north Oregon featuring the natural beauty of the beautiful and awesome. Forest green and is situated at an altitude of 2,000 feet around the lake, adding to the beauty that exists. Lake reaches a depth of 1943 feet which makes this lake as the deepest lake in the mainland U.S. with the color of sapphire blue waters.
4. Taal Lake, Philippines
Lake TaalLetak this lake is 37.38 miles south of Manila. Became famous for two things, namely having a depth that reaches 564 feet and home to the smallest volcano in the world’s most active, Mount Taal. Mount Taal is located in the waters adjacent to the island of Luzon. The lake is formed by a volcanic explosion that left a big hole. Today, seismologists their time to monitor the point of eruption earthquakes and send a warning to the Ministry of Tourism. However, many travel agencies that offer travel here although this area has been declared a dangerous zone. The safest road to see the sights of this is through Tagaytay-Taal jobs near Tagaytay City.
5. Atitlan Lake, Guatemala
Lake AtitlanKurang over a mile above the highlands of Guatemala, Atitlan (Lago de Atitlan), has three major volcanic hole. Small Mayan village 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 must be seen, so try a few points of observation, among others, from a height of Highway 1; of the City Panajachel that connects via a small boat from one village to another village. There is a sad note about this lake, in October and November 2009 there was an increase of blue-green algae in the lake’s surface which causes the surface of the lake is closed. This lake can be reached with a distance of 2.5 hours from Guatemala City.
6. Loch Lomand, Scotland
Lake Loch LomandDengan background valley filled with wind and the temples of the medieval era, Lake Loch Lomond exactly like the picture on a romantic Victorian novel. 24 mile long lake that is characterized by the presence of islands, some of which are very small to the island will be lost when the water level reaches its highest point. Most ferry will stop at the largest island, Inchmurrin (population 11 people), so that visitors can see remnants of the 7th century monastery and the castle Lennok Century-14, which is used as a hunting cabin by the kings of old. The lake is located 24 kilometers north of Glasgow and 66 miles west of Edinburgh.
7. Garda Lake, Italy
GardaDanau Lake Garda is the largest lake in Italy and is one of the most popular holiday spot for Italians. Southern mainland is home to the inn with pastel colors and hotels with terracotta roofs. Southern region is also a quiet and comfortable. The north is the highest point of Dolomite, a magnet for pedestrians and cyclists who want to test their guts. In Malcesine, there is a beautiful city with streets made of granite stones and temples of medieval era. A ride on the cable car can be done from the top of Mount Baldo, to see the beautiful scenery of this lake. Lake Garda is located between Milan and Venice.
8. Annecy Lakes, France
AnnecyDanau lake located in the heart of the Alps, France, is easily seen, but do not expect to see a reflection of the water surface during the holidays. Lake Annecy is full of activity, especially in August when Paris caps and French government to extend holiday. Sailors, skiers, cyclists, and enliven the pedestrian path around the lake. Visitors who frequent here know what they should do than they first arrive. On the first Saturday in August, when a big and beautiful fireworks lit seama two hours and the shadow appears on the surface of the water. The lake is located 20 kilometers north of Geneva, Switzerland.
9. Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
Plitvice16 lake lake blue-green is covered with lush vegetation and connected with hundreds of waterfalls. For the adventurous, it could start the journey from the lowest lake and follow the path made of round logs and can be a pleasant walking path. Take a trip for 10 minutes towards the top that led to the largest waterfall in the country, Veliki Slap (“Big Waterfall”) with a 230 feet high. Water-water that collects in a pond fall color turquoise. At the time of travel, you’ll see deer, bobcat, wolves, and bears are easily seen. This lake can be reached from the city of Zagreb with a trip by car for two hours.
10. Nakuru Lake, Kenya
NakuruAirnya pretty blue lake with a backdrop of green shrubs and beautiful cliff to preserve. However, there is a true picture on the edge of Nakuru are colored pink, the Flamingo Bird. This bird is one species that can survive on the condition of water which contains sodium carbonate, which can burn anyone who touched it. In addition, there are many birds that eat the algae found in shallow waters. The lake is located in the heart of the Lake Nakuru National Park, captive rhinos, three hours from Nairobi
11. Matheson Lake, New Zealand
MathesonDanau lake is also known as Mirror Lake. The lake is located in the South Island is famous for its reflections of Mount Cook and Mount Tasman on the surface. Visiting 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 to explore. The park is located near the Clearwater River bridge and trees kahikatea and rimu which have very long twigs and leaves that are beautiful and lush, exactly as depicted on the book by Dr.. Seuss. Three miles east of the lake there is a small town of Fox Glacier, the township which provides a cabin for the adventurers.
12. Bled Lake, Slovenia
Lake BledUntuk to the lake in this area of ??Slovenia, immediately headed toward the Bled Castle on the edge of a cliff 460 feet high. There you will see a row of mountains in all directions, the mountains of Julian Alps and Karavanke, and below you’ll see the Alpine lake Bled and the island.
Bled Island is a circle of small forest which is home of the Church Asumption the 17th century and has a classic clock tower. It comes 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 return to the mainland. Mountains protect the lake water from the cold north wind. Therefore, the relatively warm waters of Lake Bled, 79 degrees Fahrenheit. If it is still too cold, the northern part of the lake has three hotel swimming pool built around hot springs. State capital of Slovenia, Ljubljana, located 35 miles away from this lake.