Lake Shamsutdin

Lake Shamsutdin is a water body in Birsky District, Bashkortostan, protected by the state as a natural monument. Its shoreline is lined with various plant species that shape the lake's ecosystem.

The lake received its protected status during the Soviet era and continues to be maintained as a regional natural monument today. Its long history and the landscape around it are tied to the region's development.

The lake holds meaning for local people as a place where traditional water-based activities and nature observation take place. Residents of the region spend time here and value its role in their everyday connection to nature.

The lake is located about 13 kilometers east of Birsk and is accessible by local roads. Visitors should be prepared for a rural setting with basic access conditions.

The lake is known by different names across languages and historical records - Shamsutdin in Russian and Şämsetdin in Bashkir. This multilingual naming reflects the region's cultural diversity.

Location: Birsky District

GPS coordinates: 55.42477,55.46628

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:40