Lake Tengiz, Saline lake in Central Kazakhstan
Lake Tengiz stretches across 1,382 square kilometers with an average depth of 2.5 meters and receives water from the Nura and Kulanotpes rivers.
On October 16, 1976, the Soviet spacecraft Soyuz 23 made an unexpected landing in the frozen northern section of Lake Tengiz during a rescue mission.
The name of the lake originates from the Kazakh word 'teniz', which translates to 'sea', reflecting its vast size in the Kazakh landscape.
Visitors can access Lake Tengiz by taking the Korgaljyn highway from Astana, with guided tours requiring advance arrangements through the nature reserve administration.
Lake Tengiz forms the northernmost habitat for pink flamingos, supporting over five million birds during migration seasons with its red crustacean-rich waters.
Location: Akmola Region
Location: Karaganda Region
Elevation above the sea: 330 m
Part of: Saryarka – Steppe and Lakes of Northern Kazakhstan
GPS coordinates: 50.43972,68.90000
Latest update: March 4, 2025 18:10
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