12 Unbelievable Submerged and Underwater Forests Around the World
Lake Kaindy (Kazakhstan)
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Lake Kaindy is a 1,300-foot-long lake located about 6,600 feet above sea level in Kolsay Lakes National Park, Kazakhstan. The 1911 Kebin earthquake triggered a major limestone landslide, which caused a natural dam and formed the lake. Frigid water temperatures helped preserve the forest under the surface.
The lake is absolutely stunning, with vivid turquoise waters through which tall, thin tree trunks grow. The trees, of species Picea schrenkiana, are evergreens native to the Tien Shan mountains and are commonly referred to as Shrenk’s spruces or Asian spruces.
The toothpick-like trunks above the water’s surface are seemingly barren, stripped of life due to prolonged exposure to the elements. Underneath, however, is another story. Pale green algae cover the underwater branches and trunks of the trees. The spectacular sight draws visitors from across the world who can dive and paddle around it.
Kolupaev / Getty Images
Lake Kaindy is a 1,300-foot-long lake located about 6,600 feet above sea level in Kolsay Lakes National Park, Kazakhstan. The 1911 Kebin earthquake triggered a major limestone landslide, which caused a natural dam and formed the lake. Frigid water temperatures helped preserve the forest under the surface.
The lake is absolutely stunning, with vivid turquoise waters through which tall, thin tree trunks grow. The trees, of species Picea schrenkiana, are evergreens native to the Tien Shan mountains and are commonly referred to as Shrenk’s spruces or Asian spruces.
The toothpick-like trunks above the water’s surface are seemingly barren, stripped of life due to prolonged exposure to the elements. Underneath, however, is another story. Pale green algae cover the underwater branches and trunks of the trees. The spectacular sight draws visitors from across the world who can dive and paddle around it.
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30 March 2022
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