Lakes can form as a result of tectonic, volcanic, or even glacial activities, but intentional and accidental human activities have also created and destroyed many lakes. But today we are not here to remember the effects of human beings on the planet, but to account for the largest and most beautiful lakes on Earth.
The fact that most of the great lakes are in North America is not by chance; This is because, in the distant past, this region was covered with glaciers, and because the glaciers are constantly moving, the melting ice water causes these lakes to form.
While there are many remarkable lakes on the planet, we have selected the largest lakes. These bodies of water located inland, independent and separated from the divisions of oceans and seas, can be found by millions around the world. It is estimated that there are around 2 million lakes. Some are found in mountainous areas and others are located at elevations close to sea level.
Lakes can be fresh or saline.
The largest lakes are not only known for their enormous size, but also for their rich flora and fauna, and for the recreational activities and outdoor excursions that are organized in many of them, guaranteeing visitors truly unique experiences.
Although the passing of the seasons causes the surface areas of several of these lakes to vary considerably, they still remain considerable at all times. The largest of these lakes covers a total area of no less than 370,000 square kilometers.
So if you’ve ever wondered where the largest lakes in the world are, we’ve narrowed this search down for you.
All of them represent truly majestic bodies of water and, of course, we have not included artificial lakes and reservoirs in this photo gallery.
We will find from a mysterious lake hidden under several kilometers of ice to a lake where we can embark on an adventure trip of more than 1,000 kilometers through swamps and rocky shores.
