Lake_Baikal_Presentation

1.

Lake Baikal
• Baikal is the unique natural phenomenon on our planet, famous for its
beauty, depth, and purity. It’s known as the ‘Sacred Sea’ and the ‘Pearl of
Siberia’.

2.

Location
• Baikal is located in the south of Eastern Siberia. It stretches for 636 km,
with a width from 27 to 80 km and a coastline of 2000 km.

3.

Geography
• The lake is surrounded by mountains: Primorsky and Baikalsky chains to
the west and northwest, Khamar-Daban and Barguzin ranges to the east.

4.

Age and Formation
• Baikal is one of the most ancient lakes on Earth – 25–30 million years old.
It shows no signs of ageing and is still geologically active.

5.

Size and Volume
• Baikal contains 23,000 cubic km of water – 1/5 of the world’s fresh surface
water. It is the second largest lake in the world by volume.

6.

Water Quality
• The water is extremely clean and transparent – visibility reaches up to 40
meters after ice melts. This is due to unique flora and fauna.

7.

Rivers and Islands
• 336 rivers flow into Baikal, but only one flows out – the Angara. There are
22 islands, the largest being Olkhon.

8.

Climate
• Baikal’s climate is milder in winter and cooler in summer compared to
surrounding areas. It has many sunny days – up to 2524 hours per year.

9.

Flora and Fauna
• Baikal hosts over 2/3 endemic species. Famous inhabitants include the
Baikal seal (nerpa), omul fish, and golomyanka fish.

10.

Tourism
• Baikal attracts thousands of tourists every year. Popular activities include
hiking, fishing, boating, and visiting museums and natural attractions.

11.

Conclusion
• Baikal is a priceless natural treasure. It must be protected and used
responsibly to preserve its beauty and biodiversity for future generations.