Calima Lake

With a surface area of 70 km2, Calima Lake is the biggest man-made body of water in both Colombia and the entire American continent (South, Central, and North America). It is situated in the Valle del Cauca Department's municipality of Darién.

The lake is a component of a hydropower project that will supply the department with electricity. By 1961, C.V.C. had begun work on the lake. Calima Lake is now a destination for recreational activities and water sports. Near the lake, vacation resorts, dining establishments, and camping areas have been constructed; today, both domestic and foreign tourists, particularly those from adjacent cities and towns like Cali and Buga, frequent this popular destination. At 1,500 meters (4,900 feet) above sea level, the lake is situated.

By the end of August, Darién and the area around the lake host a few cultural festivals and gatherings. Because it mimics an event held in Amsterdam, the electronic music festival "Black and White Sensations" is noteworthy. It is one of the most well-known outdoor gatherings of its sort held in the interior and attracts music fans from throughout the nation. Due to its year-round strong and consistent winds, it is a tourist favorite location for watersports like kitesurfing and windsurfing. The majority of participating nations take part in kitesurfing and windsurfing competitions.

Location: Darién, Valle del Cauca