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Nile Photo GalleryLake Hayk: Ethiopia
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Ringed by hills and fringed by large papyrus beds, Lake Hayk's deep blue waters are very attractive. The surrounding area is good for birds but the greatest point of interest in the area is Hayk Istafanos, a small male only monastery steeped in history. The scenery along the ascent to the 3000m peak of Makdala Mountain is wonderful, and the fortifications erected by Tewodros are still in place.
Source: GondarLink: A guide to Ethiopia
Lowest Island: There is an island in Afrera Ye'ch'ew Hayk, a lake in northern Ethiopia that lies at 337 ft / 103 m below sea level. Source
