Lonar Lake, Impact crater lake in Buldhana district, India.
The circular lake spans 1.8 kilometers in diameter and contains saline water surrounded by basalt rocks at 480 meters above sea level.
British officer C.J.E. Alexander first documented the crater in 1823, leading to scientific investigations that determined its formation from a meteorite impact.
The Daityasudan Temple near the lake stands as an architectural structure dedicated to Lord Vishnu, reflecting regional religious traditions.
The crater lake remains accessible through major roads from Aurangabad, with scientific research stations and viewing points positioned around the rim.
The water contains specific bacterial populations that thrive in its alkaline conditions, making it one of four known hypervelocity impact craters in basaltic rock.
Location: Buldhana district
Elevation above the sea: 480 m
Address: Lonar Lake, Maharashtra 443302 443302 443302
GPS coordinates: 19.97500,76.50750
Latest update: March 9, 2025 03:38
Meteorite craters mark locations where asteroids collided with Earth. These geological structures range from 110 meters to 300 kilometers in diameter. They often contain distinct minerals like diamonds, nickel, and copper. Scientists use the craters to study Earth's history and cosmic events.
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