Ivaylovgrad Reservoir

Ivailovgrad lake

dried out lake bed
Location Rhodope Mountains
Coordinates 41°39′N 25°57′E / 41.650°N 25.950°E / 41.650; 25.950
Type resriverervoir
Primary inflows Arda river
Primary outflows Arda river
Basin countries Bulgaria
Max. length 36 km (22 mi)
Max. width 300 m (980 ft)
Surface area 15 km2 (5.8 sq mi)
Max. depth 70 m (230 ft)
Water volume 157 hm3 (127,000 acre·ft)
Surface elevation 120 m (390 ft)
Islands D

The Ivailovgrad lake is one of the largest water reservoirs in Bulgaria. It is located in the eastern Rhodope Mountains. The area is rich in natural phenomenon of caverns and historical monuments, and offers nature lovers opportunities for water sports, bird watching, recreation and mountain hiking.

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