Abkhazia is a country with very beautiful nature; many of its corners can be safely called a natural miracle. Most of them are of glacial origin and are located high in the mountains. The lakes are surrounded by green slopes of ridges, unique plants grow on their shores. They are especially beautiful in early summer when the snow melts. Flowers bloom on the banks of the reservoirs, and young grass turns green.
In the bowls of the lakes, the water is cold and clear, swimming in them is undesirable, but fishing enthusiasts may well enjoy their favorite pastime. New tourist routes are laid every year. Thus, the path to the Valley of Seven Lakes was opened only in the mid-2000s. Abkhazians are very sensitive to the nature of their country. They will readily show tourists all the extraordinary beauty of Abkhazia's nature.
The most beautiful lakes of Abkhazia
Ritsa
One of the natural wonders of Abkhazia. It is located on the territory of the Ritsa nature reserve. Formed as a result of the movement of glaciers. The depth of the lake reaches 131 meters, and the length is 2.5 km. The water in the lake is clean and clear. Visibility in water reaches 10 meters. The surroundings of the lake are very picturesque. The water in the lake is cold, the temperature does not exceed 17.5 ° С. Swimming in the lake is prohibited. Of entertainment, tourists are offered catamarans and fishing.
Blue Lake
On the way to the Ritsa National Park, you should definitely visit the Blue Lake. The size of the reservoir is small. Its area is only 180 m2... The maximum depth in the lake is 76 meters. The lake is known for its deep blue color. Legend has it that robbers killed an old man with bright blue eyes in this place. After that, a lake with such an unusual color arose. In fact, the color of the lake is due to the deposits of lapis lazuli at its bottom.
Malaya Ritsa
An hour's walk west of Ritsa is Malaya Ritsa. The lake is located in the mountains, at an altitude of 1235 meters above sea level. It has an oval shape. The lake is 530 meters long and 290 meters wide. The maximum depth in the lake reaches 76 meters. The reservoir feeds exclusively on melt water. Thanks to this, the transparency of the water reaches 18 meters. Visiting the lake is difficult because of the difficult path to it.
Inkit
The lake is located on the Pitsunda Cape. Previously, there was a swamp in its place. As a result of the surf action, a lake was formed. Inkit covers an area of 0.4 km2... Its depth is relatively shallow - only 3.2 meters. Salt water has recently started to flow into the lake. In this regard, at the moment there is a problem with the fauna of the lake, because before the water in it was fresh. The lake is located near the Pitsunda resort, it is very easy to get to it.
Mtsra (Anna)
Located high in the mountains, away from hiking trails. The road to it is difficult, suitable for experienced tourists. The nearest transshipment base is two days away. Overcoming such complexities is worth it. The lake is very beautiful, located between the mountain ranges. Its maximum depth is 42 meters. Among tourists, the lake is affectionately called "Nyusha".
Amtkel
On October 3, 1891, as a result of an earthquake, the mountainside collapsed, damming the Amtkel River. Thus the lake was created. Due to the strong fluctuations in the water level, the length of the lake can vary from 1 km to 4 km. The reservoir is more stable in width, it is 400-450 meters. The maximum depth is 100 meters. Amtkel is a great fishing spot. Trout, barbus, podust are found here. You can only get to the lake by off-road vehicles.
Adueda
On the slope of the Kodori Range is the largest lake of glacial origin in Abkhazia. The water in the reservoir is clear, with a beautiful blue hue. The lake is bowl-shaped with jagged edges. The banks of Adueda are gentle and overgrown with green grass. The river of the same name originates from the lake. The lake water is mineralized and tastes good. The depth of the lake reaches 64 meters. From November to July, the lake freezes over.
Mzy
One of the most beautiful lakes in Abkhazia is located at an altitude of 2000 meters. The lake is surrounded by mountains on three sides. At this altitude, the snow practically does not melt. Its length and width vary greatly depending on the amount of precipitation that feeds the lake. Near the shore, the lake is rather shallow, but closer to the center its maximum depth reaches 40 meters. Swimming in the lake will not work. Mzy is one of the coldest lakes in Abkhazia.
Chhy
Translated from Abkhaz, Chkhy means "horse head". The reservoir is located at an altitude of 2,400 meters above sea level. There is a pass of the same name near the lake. On the way to the natural landmark, there is a large clearing, which was used as an alternate airfield during the war. The water in the lake is clear, emerald green. On the north side of the reservoir there is a glacier that does not melt. Up the ridge are the remains of ancient settlements.
Valley of seven lakes
This place of beautiful nature untouched by civilization is located at an altitude of more than 2000 meters above sea level. There are lakes of glacial origin on the Agur plateau. In the middle of one of the lakes there is a small stone island, because of this the reservoir got its name - Astoldzy (lake at the table). The largest lake in the valley is called Sultan Idzia. The plateau has beautiful nature. Many tourists tend to visit the valley to see rare black tulips.
