A welcome case of the blues.
These animals, largely cichlids, enjoy pristine cerulean surroundings.
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Americas deepest lake is perhaps its most enchanting.
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This body of water, carved by a volcanic eruption, sits flanked by the snow-flecked Cascade Mountain range.
Sediment dictates the waters clarity, while the concentration of algae controls the color.
The paper-white sand makes the lakes azure tone even more distinct.
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Travelers flock to the 19-mile-long Torch Lake for its renowned jewel-toned water and lounge-ready sandbars.
Its a go-to for boaters, sunbathers, and beachcombers; its also an ideal getaway forhouseboat trips.
Add the mirror-still turquoise water, and this Banff National Park escape is almost too good to be true.
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The lakes, situated in Nepals Sagarmatha National Park, await at an elevation between 15,400 to 16,400 feet.
Its the worlds highest freshwater lake system, reachable via trek or flight.
Slovenians banned motorboats here, which means the lake provides another hard-to-find delight: quiet.
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This sapphire stretch of fresh water provides a mirror for the spiky Cuernos del Paine peaks soaring above it.
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