The enchanting Northern Tibet lakes

2009-08-19 14:06 BJT

Special Report: ICH of ethnic group |

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In the remote, sparsely-populated northern Tibetan area of the
Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, some 500 lakes with an average area of
between one and five square kilometers and 300 other lakes with
an average area of over five square kilometers are scattered
around the region. With a total area of over 25,000 square
kilometers, the plateau boasts the highest lake area in the world.
Most of these lakes are salt water lakes, and many of them are rich
in borax, sylvite and other rare mineral elements. The magical
colors and charming scenery add to the mystery of the plateau.