Lake Yojoa
| Lake Yojoa Lago de Yojoa | |
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  Lake Yojoa Lago de Yojoa | |
| Coordinates | 14°52′01″N 87°58′59″W / 14.867°N 87.983°W |
| Basin countries | Honduras |
| Surface area | 79 km2 (31 sq mi) |
| Average depth | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Surface elevation | c. 700 m (2,300 ft) |
| Official name | Subcuenca del Lago de Yojoa |
| Designated | 5 June 2005 |
| Reference no. | 1467[1] |
| Lake Yojoa | |
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 Satellite photo of Lake Yojoa | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 700 m (2,300 ft) |
| Coordinates | 14°52′01″N 87°58′59″W / 14.867°N 87.983°W |
| Geography | |
| Location | Honduras |
| Geology | |
| Mountain type | Volcanic field with lava-dammed lake |
| Last eruption | Unknown |
Lake Yojoa is the largest
lava flows
.
The west side of the lake is bordered by steep mountains and
Cerro Azul Meambar National Park. The lake is situated on the highway that connects the two largest Honduran cities, Tegucigalpa and San Pedro Sula
. For many people traveling between the cities, the lake serves as a rest area where they can appreciate the view and enjoy the fresh fried fish and other foods that are offered by the restaurants located on its banks.
Lake Yojoa is a popular
cattle ranching
, and development. The settlers of the communities around the lake are dedicated to the cultivation of fruits, vegetables and basic grains. Nevertheless, many of these inhabitants earn their living from the sale of fish originating from the lake.
People dedicate surrounding areas to the growing of coffee plants. Coffee grown near Lake Yojoa, in Santa Barbara, is particularly well-known.[citation needed]
See also
References
- ^ "Subcuenca del Lago de Yojoa". Ramsar Sites Information Service. Retrieved 25 April 2018.
- "Lake Yojoa". Global Volcanism Program. Smithsonian Institution.
- Lake Yojoa, Birds of Honduras
- Lake Yojoa, Interactive Maps
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