Lake Voulismeni, Lagoon in Agios Nikolaos, Greece
Lake Voulismeni is a small lagoon in the center of Agios Nikolaos, Greece. It is round, with steep rocky sides and a narrow channel that links it to the sea.
The lagoon formed long ago when a cave roof collapsed, and it was later connected to the sea by a channel dug in the 19th century. In the 20th century, the town grew around it, turning the shore into a busy spot.
Local people often call it simply "the lake" and use the surrounding benches as a meeting point in the evening. The small church of Agios Nikolaos sits on the cliff above, and its bell can be heard across the water.
The lagoon sits right in town, so you can walk to it easily from the main streets. A path with steps goes around the rim, but the ground is uneven in places, so watch your step.
People say the lagoon is bottomless, though it is actually about 64 meters (210 feet) deep. The water level rises and falls with the sea, even though the channel is narrow.
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