The Deepest Lake in the World: Lake Baikal
A Natural Wonder of Unparalleled Depth
Prepare yourself for an awe-inspiring journey into the depths of Lake Baikal, a natural marvel that holds the title of both the deepest and largest freshwater lake on Earth. With a staggering maximum depth of 5,387 feet (1,642 meters) and an average depth of 2,448 feet (746 meters), Lake Baikal is a vast and enigmatic water body that contains an astonishing 20% of the Earth's freshwater.
The Colossus of Siberia
Nestled amidst the rugged mountains of Siberia, Lake Baikal is an ancient lake that has been in existence for an estimated 25 million years. Its immense size, which covers an area of 12,248 square miles (31,722 square kilometers), is only surpassed by the Caspian Sea, which is technically an inland sea. Lake Baikal's volume is so vast that it holds more freshwater than all of the Great Lakes of North America combined.
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