Diverse examples of the lakes in Australia and New Zealand which share the name Blue Lake.
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For nearly a century a myth has circulated that West Okoboji is one of only three blue water lakes in the world, the others being Lake Geneva in Switzerland and Lake Louise in Canada.
1. The Maldives. The Maldives, located in the Indian Ocean, have around 1,190 islands and sandbanks. A lagoon with crystal clear water encircles all the islands, which are protected by a reef structure that is home to an array of underwater life.
Grace Bay, The CarribeanGrace Bay might just have the clearest water in the world. This stunning beach constantly features in 'world's best beaches' articles and it's easy to see why. Just look at that water, look at the sand and think about booking your next trip there.
The Geology of Crater LakeCrater Lake is famous for its deep blue color. The water gets its color from the way sunlight reflects off of the particles in the water. These particles are very small, so they scatter the sunlight in all directions, making the water look blue. The water in Crater Lake is also very clear.
Why is Blue Lake so clean? Scientists attribute the lake water's clarity to its passage underground from Lake Constance, which filters out nearly all the particles suspended in the water. Its clarity reveals water's natural blue-violet colour.
Land of No LakesSaudi Arabia, the world's largest country without a lake or river, is known as the “land of no rivers.” For a country so large, this may be surprising.
Makunufushi Island, MaldivesThe Maldives doesn't have a swimming season because the water is always warm enough (82 to 86 degrees) to dive right in and splash around. There are tons of gorgeous beaches, but we're partial to the private island of Makunufushi.
Spain leads the list with a hidden beach, Torrente de Pareis, in the Balearic island of Mallorca, followed by Bordeira Beach in Portugal's Algarve coast and Spain's Amio Beach in Pechon, Cantabria, in second and third places.
Lake Annecy, FranceLocated in the Haute-Savoie department, which borders Italy and Switzerland, Lake Annecy is a pristine body of water that's often called the cleanest lake in Europe, thanks to strict environmental regulations set in place in the 1960s.
Blue Lake Regional ParkIt provides many wonderful opportunities for boating, fishing and swimming, and makes a beautiful backdrop for hundreds of family picnics, community events and special programs throughout the year.