Lake Natron, Soda lake in Tanzania
Lake Natron is known for its reddish waters caused by microorganisms that thrive in high alkalinity.
The area around Lake Natron has a history of human occupation dating back thousands of years.
The Maasai people consider Lake Natron and its surroundings sacred land.
Visitors to Lake Natron can go flamingo watching or explore nearby volcanic features.
The extremely high alkaline environment of Lake Natron mummifies animals that die in the water.
Elevation above the sea: 600 m
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