"Baikal: Siberia's Sapphire"

Moment at 8:17 to 9:39 in 25 Greatest Natural Wonders of the World - Travel Video by touropia.

Lake Baikal is a stunning natural wonder located in Siberia, Russia. It is the world's deepest and oldest freshwater lake, containing about 20% of the world's unfrozen freshwater. Baikal is renowned for its crystal-clear water, unique wildlife, and incredible biodiversity. The lake is surrounded by picturesque mountain ranges and forests, creating a breathtaking landscape. In winter, the lake freezes over, forming clear, blue ice that is popular for ice skating and other winter activities. Lake Baikal is also culturally significant, with numerous indigenous communities living around its shores and a rich history of human interaction with the environment.

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