Aydarkul lake

Aydarkul lake is a geographical wonder, arisen in the south-eastern edge of Kyzylkum desert. 

Previous times only excess of drainage water from Jizzakh steppe merged into a basin with saline soil. But in summer of 1969 disastrous high water in Syrdarya river exceeded Chardara reservoir capacity and water filled basin. A lot of fish, birds and mammals appeared in the lake. 

Today, Aydarkul lake has more than 3000 sq. km., length is about 250 km and width from 8 to 15 km. Banks and islands of the lake attract a lot of migratory birds. Also there are huge cormorant and pelican colonies. Aydarkul lake district has good conditions for walk and hiking, horse and camel riding.


 

Aydarkul lake photos

Aydarkul lake on map