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Plitvice Lakes

World-famous Plitvice Lakes are found in Plitvice Lakes National Park. There are 16 picturesque lakes covering the hills. The lakes are interconnected by waterfalls creating a giant cascade. The distance between its highest and lowest levels is 133m. The green park area looks like an untouched wild piece of nature. The park is under strict protection.

Peyto Lake

Named after Bill Peyto, the lake resembles the head of a big wolf. Peyto Lake is a part of Banff National Park, Canada. It is located at an altitude of 1860 meters in the mountains. The lake is rich in fish attracting fishermen from all over Canada. Deep turquoise colour of Peyto Lake is a result of melted glacier waters that bring rock particles with them. The glacier also feeds the reservoir.

Jiuzhaigou

Jiuzhaigou National Park, the Valley of Nine Villages, is located in the isolated Chinese mountains of Minshan. There are 108 clear lakes of various colours with natural dams formed by carbonate rocks. The lakes are connected by multi-level waterfalls and small rivers. Besides, national park is home for many animals enlisted in the Red Book.

Emerald Pool

Emerald Pool is located on the island of Dominica in the Caribbean. It is a part of Morne Trois Pitons National Park. The pool is surrounded by volcanic mountains and tropical forests. Its clear cold waters have a peculiar emerald colour. Tourists can admire the magnificent view of a 12-meter waterfall from a special viewing point.

Crater Lake

Crater Lake is located in the crater of the old extinct Mount Mazama volcano (Oregon, USA). It is the fifth deepest lake in the country and the seventh in the world. Due to the ongoing seismic activity, the waters of the lake have an intense blue colour, while remaining pristine clean since the reservoir has no inflow or outflow sources. Scientists managed to grow salmon, trout, and other fish in the lake what made it a popular spot for fishermen. A peculiar feature of the reservoir is the The Old Man of the Lake - an old log vertically floating in the water.

Lake Pehoé

Lake Pehoé is a glacial lake located in Torres del Paine National Park, south of Chile. It is considered to be one of the world’s reservoir with unique biosphere. Particles of a glacier falling from the mountain slopes give the lake an unusual milky emerald colour. In the morning, the water takes a lavender shade, while at sunset it becomes tangerine. The lake has a very indented coastline creating numerous bays. Cuernos del Paine (Paine horns) - spiky granite peaks just behind the lake - is another popular attraction of the national park.

Maligne Lake

Maligne Lake is another stunning lake in Canada situated in Jasper National Park, the largest reserve in the Canadian Rockies. Fed by glacier waters, the lake is abundant in various fish. Its area is a home for diverse flora and fauna. Such activities as rafting, canoeing, and kayaking are popular among tourists here.

Moraine Lake

Small Moraine Lake, located in the Canadian province of Alberta, can be considered one of the oldest in the world. The crystal azure blue waters reflect the mountain peaks of Banff National Park, creating breathtaking views. The lake is full only from the middle to the end of June. The area around the lake has several hiking trails. However, it is recommended to hike with a guide as grizzly bears can sometimes attack tourists. Boat trips on a picturesque lake with a view of the Valley of Ten Peaks leave unforgettable impressions on travelers.

Lake Como

Deep Lake Como is located near the city of Como in northern Italy, Lombardy, close to the Swiss border. The lake has the shape of a fork, each part of which has its own name. The mild climate of the alpine foothills made Como a real paradise for diverse flora and fauna. Locals are actively developing tourism here. The resort houses villas of many celebrities. The lake has also served as a scene for such famous films as Star Wars, 12 Ocean Friends, Casino Royale, and others.

Lake Baikal

Lake Baikal, located in Russia, is one of the most beautiful lakes on Earth. Baikal is the world’s deepest lake as well as the largest freshwater reservoir, containing 20% of the world's fresh surface water. The lake is a popular tourist destination and is under constant scientific research.