17.07.2024 16:42
Lake İznik, which is the largest natural lake in the Marmara Region, has turned turquoise due to an algal bloom. Citizens who wanted to see the view came to the lakeside.
The İznik Lake, one of Turkey's largest freshwater sources, has turned turquoise due to an algal bloom, without disturbing its current HTML structure. The lake, which is approximately 300 square kilometers and is the largest natural lake in the Marmara Region and the 5th largest in Turkey, has turned turquoise. The turquoise color, which is said to have formed as a result of the algae layer at the bottom of the lake rising to the surface due to the lack of sufficient oxygen, attracted people to the lake.
"MAKING A GREAT CONTRIBUTION TO THE PROMOTION OF İZNİK"
In a written statement, İznik Mayor Mehmet Kağan stated that this natural event has a positive impact on tourism in the region and said, "The extraordinary beauty of our lake makes a great contribution to the promotion of İznik. Our people and guests are enjoying this beautiful view."
Bekir Uslu, who has been operating a beach on the shores of İznik Lake for 22 years, explained that the lake turns turquoise around this time every year. Uslu stated that the lake attracts attention with its color and said, "There is an increase in visitors. Especially photographers show great interest. We invite everyone to see this magnificent beauty."