Lago del Turano, Artificial lake in Province of Rieti, Italy.
Description
Lago del Turano is an artificial lake in the Province of Rieti in the Lazio region, stretching across a wide expanse of hilly landscape. The water basin sits at an elevation of roughly 536 meters and is surrounded by rolling terrain on all sides.
History
The lake took shape starting in the 1930s when the Turano River was dammed, submerging agricultural land to create a water reservoir for generating electricity. This engineering project transformed the river valley into the landscape visitors see today.
Culture
The nearby villages of Colle di Tora and Castel di Tora keep alive traditions linked to the ancient Sabine-Roman settlement of Thiora through local celebrations. Visitors can sense how the communities here maintain a connection to their ancestral past.
Practical
The lake and its surroundings are good for fishing, with populations of carp and trout throughout the water. Hiking trails circle the area, allowing visitors to explore different sections of the shoreline and the hills beyond.
Did you know?
A submerged tunnel stretching roughly 9 kilometers connects this lake to the nearby Lago del Salto, forming an integrated water management system for the region. This underground link remains hidden from view but quietly shapes the water supply across the valley.
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