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Ivaylovgrad Reservoir

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Ivailovgrad lake
dried out lake bed
LocationRhodope Mountains
Coordinates41°39′N 25°57′E / 41.650°N 25.950°E / 41.650; 25.950
Typeresriverervoir
Primary inflowsArda river
Primary outflowsArda river
Basin countriesBulgaria
Max. length36 km
Max. width300 m
Surface area15 km2
Max. depth70 m
Water volume157 hm3
Surface elevation120 m
IslandsD

The Ivailovgrad lake is one of the largest water reservoirs in Bulgaria. It is located in the eastern Rhodope Mountains. The area is rich in natural phenomenon of caverns and historical monuments, and offers nature lovers opportunities for water sports, bird watching, recreation and mountain hiking.

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