Khyargas Lake

Khyargas Lake is situated at a height of roughly 1025 meters above sea level in the Khyargas district of the Uvs province. It is one of the four lakes in Mongolia with a surface area of more than 1000 km2, and due to its dimensions of 75 km long by 31 km wide, it is regarded as the second biggest lake on the west side of the country. 50 meters is the typical depth. Unlike the largest lake in the nation, Khusvgul, which contains fresh water, this lake is salty. One thing to keep in mind is that this significant salty lake receives some of its water from a smaller, freshwater lake known as Airag.

Khyargas Lake is a component of an ecosystem that the government has protected and is regarded as a National Natural Park. A preservation initiative covering roughly 3,328 km2 was started in 2000. It has been designated as a priority and distinctive terrestrial ecoregion by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), which refers to it as The Great Lakes Basin.

This lake's abundance of nearby activities is another quality besides its beauty. You may go fishing, for instance, where you can find some unusual fish species like pikes and herrings from the Altai and Nokhoi. Many migratory and migrant birds are congregating near the lake, making it feasible to observe birds there as well. Khyargas Lake is one of the most beautiful lakes in Mongolia.

Location: District of Khyargas, province of Uvs, Mongolia