Recent findings reveal that there are around 117 million lakes around the world. The top ten countries with the most number of lakes are listed (in descending order) as Canada, Russia, USA, China, Sweden, Brazil, Norway, Argentina, Kazakhstan, and Australia.
Regardless of where they are located, lakes capture and present breathtakingly spectacular views and offer memorable experiences.
Here are 8 lakes whose beauty is sure to mesmerize the nature-loving world citizen:
Lake Garda, Italy
Lake Garda in northern Italy is famous for its invitingly clear and crisp waters.
Lake Garda, also known as Benaco, is the largest lake in Italy.
Lake Nakuru, Kenya
Lake Nakuru is found at the Lake Nakuru National Park in the west-central part of Kenya.
Lake Nakuru is an alkaline lake that is rich in algae on which the large population of pink flamingos for which the lake is infamous, come to feed.
Pink flamingos and other wildlife found around Lake Nakuru make this area a touristic magnet.
Fewa Lake, Nepal
Fewa Lake, also known as Phewa Lake is located in the western city of Pokhara, Nepal.
Fewa Lake is the second largest lake in the country.
The surrounding scenery, abundance of birdlife and historical temples nearby offer Fewa Lake a one-of-a-kind appeal.
Visitors seeking an experience with nature often take boat rides on the lake .
Lake Ontario, Canada
Hello sunset on the shore of Lake Ontario at Lakeside Park in Mississauga, Canada.
Lake Ontario meaning “lake of shining waters” is one of the five Great Lakes of North America. The other four lakes are: Lake Superior, Lake Michigan, Lake Huron and Lake Erie.
There are about 100 beaches around Lake Ontario.
A world of fun awaits at Lakeside Park in the city of Mississauga – from scenic waterfronts, sandy beaches featuring colored rocks and tiles, to fun playgrounds.
Lake Wakatipu, New Zealand
The stunning Lake Wakatipu is an inland lake that offers leisurely views of the mountains bordering it on all sides.
Lake Wakatipu, the third largest lake in New Zealand, gives new meaning to peaceful and eye-catching charm.
Lake Geneva, Switzerland
Lake Geneva, also known as Lac Laman is the largest lake in Central Europe.
Lake Geneva lies between Switzerland and France.
Lake Geneva presents exciting possibilities to all – boat rides that connect surrounding cities and villages, cruises for tantalizing sightseeing, historical ferry rides and more.
According to JustFunFacts.com, “If the visitor follows the shore of the Lake Geneva, he can admire the changing colors, the terraced slopes with their vineyards, the impressive mountains, picturesque villages and towns with their blend of past relics and modern activity.”
Lake Retba, Senegal
Lake Retba is a pink water lake in Senegal, known as Lac Rose in French.
Lake Retba is located less than 20 miles north-east of the Senegalese capital city of Dakar, making the lake accessible to tourists who wish to enjoy one of Africa’s most intriguing water bodies.
Lake Retba is also abundantly rich in white salt.
Balea Lake, Romania
The serene Balea Lake is located in the Fagaras Mountains, found in central Romania.
The world’s first ice hotel (built of snow and ice) was constructed in the Balea Lake area in 2006.
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