Lake Baikal
Where is it situated? Lake Baikal is a rift lake in Russia, located in southern Siberia, between Irkutsk Oblast to the northwest and the Buryat Republic to the southeast.
Who does live there? On Baikal live Russians and Buryats the most numerous indigenous people related to the Mongols. The population density is not high. Baikal Lake is home to about 120 thousand people. The most densely populated south coast of Lake Baikal. Here are the substantially settlement on Lake Baikal. Northern coast of Lake Baikal is almost uninhabited. The only inhabited island in the lake Olkhon. There lives about 1500 people.
How old is it? Age of a lake scientists have traditionally measured in 25 -35 million years. This fact also makes Baikal unique natural object, because abudant lakes live an average of 10 -15 thousand.
Why do I like it? I love this lake because it has a wonderful beauty. Moreover, on Baikal people are resting the soul. The coolness of the lake, bright green grass, birds singing complete euphoria, enjoying life. Baikal is one of places where nature has not been touched by man. It is a tranquil haven.
What purpose does it serve? Lake Baikal - the deepest lake in the world, the largest natural reservoir of fresh water. The lake and its coastal areas and a diversity of flora and fauna. Second such lakes in the world does not exist. Lake Baikal - the pride and symbol of Russia.
How is it popular? Lake Baikal is known around the world. Many people from different countries come back to see this beauty, because it is a testament that can make nature.
What threats does it face? A serious threat to the ecological safety of Lake Baikal are industrial and domestic waste such as Baykalsk Pulp and Paper Mill, East Siberia-Pacific Ocean oil pipeline and Proposed nuclear plant. Besides, poaching is a problem too because on it accounts for more than half of all fish caught in the lake.
