Tеre-Khol Lake, Protected lake in Tuva, Russia
Lake Tere-Khol extends for 10 kilometers in the Sengelen mountains of southern Siberia, featuring multiple islands and shallow waters averaging 0.5 meters in depth.
The lake holds the ancient Por-Bazhyn fortress, constructed in 777 during the third Uygur Kaganate reign on an island connected by a wooden footbridge.
The name Por-Bazhyn translates from Tuvan as 'clay house,' reflecting the local linguistic heritage and traditional building materials of the region.
Access to Lake Tere-Khol requires air transportation or off-road vehicles during dry seasons, with the nearest settlement of Kungurtug located 6 kilometers southeast.
Scientific research reveals that the lake's shoreline changes continuously, with its surface area fluctuating between different periods due to tectonic activity and climate factors.
Location: Tuva
Elevation above the sea: 1,300 m
GPS coordinates: 50.62556,97.39444
Latest update: March 21, 2025 02:48
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