Khanka lake. Sikhote-Alin Mountains.
PRIMORSKY KRAY
SIGHTSEEING
Khanka lake
Lake Khanka is a unique natural pearl located on the border of Russia and China
in the Primorsky Territory. It is the largest freshwater lake in the Russian Far
East, covering an area of more than 4,000 square kilometers. Lake Khanka is not
only valuable for its natural beauty, but also for the wealth of flora and fauna
that make it an important natural site and tourist destination.
The history of the formation of Lake Khanka goes back to the distant past,
about 12 thousand years ago, when glaciers retreated and formed a large
reservoir. Its bowl-shaped bottom and unique microclimate have contributed to
the formation of a rich biodiversity, which makes this place especially
interesting for scientists and researchers. The lake is fed by numerous rivers
and small reservoirs, which maintains its level and purity of waters.
The flora of Lake Khanka is striking in its diversity. The shores of the lake
are framed by dense thickets of reeds, reeds and other aquatic plants, forming a
kind of aquatic maze. The floodplain forests surrounding the lake are home to
rare species of trees and shrubs, which find ideal conditions for growth here
due to the humid climate and fertile soils.
The fauna of the lake is no less rich. Khanka is home to hundreds of species
of fish, birds and mammals. Rare species such as the Far Eastern turtle and the
Japanese crane live here, which makes the lake an important object in
international nature conservation systems. A large number of birds, including
migratory birds, choose these nesting sites, attracting ornithologists and
nature lovers from all over the world.
Lake Khanka also has great economic importance. Fishing is one of the main
industries in this region, and locals have been fishing for a long time. The
fish-rich waters also attract numerous tourists who are happy to come here for
fishing and enjoying nature.
Tourism on Lake Khanka is developing rapidly. The infrastructure is gradually
improving, and visitors come here not only from Russia, but also from
neighboring China. Guests are attracted by the opportunity to see unique natural
phenomena, engage in eco-tourism, as well as try local cuisine based on fresh
fish and other products produced in these parts.
Special attention is paid to the preservation of natural heritage on the
lake. In 1976, in accordance with the Ramsar Convention, this territory was
granted the status of wetlands of international importance. In 1990, the Khankai
State Nature Reserve was established here, which included part of the water
area, as well as floodplain, floodplain and delta lakes of its coasts. A little
earlier, in 1986, the Shinkai-Hu Nature Reserve was established on the Chinese
side of the lake. In April 1996, Russia and China concluded an intergovernmental
agreement on the establishment of the international Russian-Chinese reserve
"Lake Khanka" on the basis of the Russian Khankai Reserve and the Chinese
Shinkai-Hu Reserve. This allows you to preserve rare animals and plants in their
natural environment and provide future generations with the opportunity to touch
the unsolved mysteries of nature.
It is impossible to overestimate the importance of Lake Khanka for the
region. It combines natural beauty, wealth of resources and cultural heritage,
creating unique opportunities for exploration and recreation. Combining ancient
history, a variety of wildlife and modern development, Lake Khanka remains one
of the most attractive places to visit in the Far East.
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