Situated at around 2,247m above sea level, the lake is part of the Nemrut Caldera – a crater-like hollow formed after an eruption in the now-dormant Nemrut volcano.
The caldera hosts hot and cold lakes, an ice cave, a steam chimney, and a variety of bird species.
Visiting from the Czech Republic, Roberk Hejzak told Anadolu Agency (AA) that “After a friend of mine recommended this place, we came here. This is the first time I have come here. We have set up tents and we take natural walks. I really enjoy being in Nemrut. It is a very attractive site and I am looking forward to a second trip here.”
Lake Nemrut was recognized by the European Destinations of Excellence (EDEN) in 2010 as “the largest crater lake in Europe and the second largest in the world.”
The volcano is named after the biblical figure of King Nimrud, believed to have ruled over the area 4,000 years ago.
Photos by AA on September 12, 2019