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The glacial lake Ala-Kul

The pearl of Terskey Ala-Too hidden high in the mountains is a glacial lake Ala-Kul (translated from Kyrgyz as "the Motley Lake"). It is situated at the altitude of 3532 m in the pass of the same name. The lake is quite small. It occupies an area of less than 1.5 sq. km, but its...

The glacial lake Ala-Kul — Ala-Kul, Kirghizistan.

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The pearl of Terskey Ala-Too hidden high in the mountains is a glacial lake Ala-Kul (translated from Kyrgyz as "the Motley Lake"). It is situated at the altitude of 3532 m in the pass of the same name. The lake is quite small. It occupies an area of less than 1.5 sq. km, but its depth can reach over 70 m. Lake Ala-Kul is situated in a colorful bowl of rocky ridges with white tops. There are two ways to get to the lake: through the pass or traveling from the valley Altyn-Arashan. Alpine cold, the sun shining brightly and the rocky shores of Lake Ala-Kul allow the traveler to feel like somewhere at the edge of the world, in the realm of peace and tranquility.

The glacial lake Ala-Kul - Ala-Kul | Secret World Trip Planner
The glacial lake Ala-Kul - Ala-Kul | Secret World Trip Planner
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Lake Ala-Kul sits at an altitude of 3,532 meters in the Ala-Kul pass within the Terskey Ala-Too mountain range. The name 'Ala-Kul' translates from Kyrgyz as 'the Motley Lake,' referring to its colorful appearance.
Despite being quite small, covering less than 1.5 square kilometers, Lake Ala-Kul is remarkably deep with depths reaching over 70 meters. This makes it a glacial lake of significant depth relative to its surface area.
You can access Lake Ala-Kul through two main routes: traveling via the Ala-Kul pass itself, or journeying from the Altyn-Arashan valley. Both routes offer stunning mountain scenery as you approach this hidden gem.
The lake is nestled in a colorful bowl of rocky ridges topped with white snow-covered peaks, creating a dramatic alpine landscape. The rocky shores, bright sunshine, and alpine cold give visitors the sensation of standing at the edge of the world in perfect tranquility.
Lake Ala-Kul is referred to as the pearl of Terskey Ala-Too due to its exceptional beauty and remote, pristine mountain setting. The combination of its colorful rocky surroundings, crystalline waters, and the peaceful alpine atmosphere makes it a jewel of the mountain range.

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