Paranoá Lake, Artificial reservoir in Brasília, Brazil.
Lake Paranoá extends over 48 square kilometers with a circumference of 80 kilometers and maintains an average depth of 12 meters at 1000 meters elevation.
The construction of Lake Paranoá in 1960 accompanied the establishment of Brasília as the new capital, marking a key phase in Brazilian urban development.
The name Paranoá originates from Tupi indigenous language, combining paranã for sea and kûá for cove to form the meaning sea cove.
The reservoir serves multiple functions including water supply, hydropower generation, and recreational activities such as sailing, kayaking, and sport fishing.
Three ecological islands within the lake - Paranoá, Retiro, and Clubes - function as protected nature reserves supporting local biodiversity.
Location: Federal District
Elevation above the sea: 1,000 m
GPS coordinates: -15.78056,-47.82250
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:07
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