The Caspian Sea is the largest lake on our planet. Speaking about the location of the Caspian Sea , it can be noted that it is located directly between Europe and Asia. The sea it is called just because of the incredible size, because the area of the lake is about 371 000 square meters. km. And also, because the water in it is salty - slightly less in the north and slightly more in the southern part.
Coastal States of the Caspian Sea
The total length of the coastline of the Caspian Sea is about 7000 km. Rest on the Caspian Sea is represented by a large selection of tourist bases, hotels and hotels along the coast. In addition, when going to rest on the Caspian Sea, you need to decide on the coast of which country you want to spend your vacation. After all, the countries of the Caspian Sea are Kazakhstan, Russia, Turkmenistan, Iran and Azerbaijan. And each of them offers an unforgettable scenario for your holiday.
On the territory of the Russian Federation you can go to Astrakhan, Kaspiisk or Makhachkala.
In Kazakhstan, you can visit the resorts on the Caspian Sea: Atyrau, Aktau or Kuryk.
Resting in Azerbaijan, you can spend time in the most beautiful capital of Baku or in the cities of Sumgayit, Khachmas, Siazan, Alyat or Lankaran.
Tourists who decided to visit the Turkmen resorts should pay attention to such coastal cities as Begdash, Kulymayak, Turkmenbashi, Cheleken, Okarem or Esenguly.
The southern shore of the Caspian Sea belongs to Iran. Deciding to spend your holiday in the territory of this country, you can go to Lengerud, Nowsherh or Bandar-Anzali.
Physiography of the Caspian Sea
The volume of water in the sea varies periodically, but on average it contains 44% of all lake water in the world. The greatest depth of the Caspian Sea is 1025 m. This point is located in the South Caspian basin. Thus, in terms of maximum depth, the Caspian Sea is the third largest lake in the world after Lake Baikal and Tanganyika.
Water temperature
The water temperature of the Caspian Sea depends on the season and latitudinal changes. The brightest period for observing the temperature difference is winter. So, on the northern coast of the lake in the cold season can set the temperature 0 ° C, and in the south at the same time about 10-11 ° C.
By the end of spring, the water in the northern part of the Caspian Sea is rapidly warming up, reaching 16-17 ° C. This is due to the small depth of the waters of this area. Approximately the same temperature of water in the spring period and at the southern coast. The depth of the lake is greater and therefore the water warms up more slowly.
In summer, the climate of the Caspian Sea allows everyone to enjoy a holiday in the coastal areas. The hottest month is August. Air during this period warms up to + 25 ° C in the northern regions and to + 28 ° C in the south. The highest temperature of + 44 ° C was recorded on the eastern shore. The water temperature in the lake in the summer is 25 ° C, and on the southern coast it can reach 28 ° C. In shallow water and small bays, this figure increases to 32 ° C.
By autumn, the water is cooling again, becoming overtaken by the winter period. In October - November, the water temperature is about 12 ° C in the north and about 16 ° C in the south.
Entertainment in the Caspian Sea
A beach holiday on the Caspian Sea can give you no less pleasure than a vacation on the Black Sea coast. In addition, due to the fact that the Caspian Sea is shallower, the water here warms up much faster and, accordingly, the bathing season begins earlier. And the velvety sand and picturesque views will add good impressions to lovers to relax on the beach.
In addition, the lake is popular with fans of fishing. In fact, 101 species of fish are registered in the Caspian Sea. Among them, not only carp, bream, salmon or pike, but also such a rarity as the beluga.
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