An ancient clay figurine dating to the Iron Age has been found in Lake Bolsena, Italy.
About Lake Bolsena:
It is a volcanic lake located in the northern part of the province of Viterbo in the Lazio region of Italy.
It is the largest volcanic lake in Europe, covering a total area of 113.5 sq. km.
Its formation began 370,000 years ago following the collapse of a caldera of the Vulsini volcano, which stayed active until 104 BC.
It is known for a strange phenomenon, known locally as “sessa”, which causes tidal-like movements in the lake.
The two islands, Martana and Bisentina, in the southern part of the lake were formed by underwater eruptions.
The shores of the lake are characterised by almost untouched nature, with forests, reed beds and quiet coves, as well as cultivated fields, olive groves and vineyards.
Towns Bordering: Capodimonte and Bolsena
What is a Volcanic Lake?
A volcanic lake is a body of water that forms within a volcanic crater, caldera, or a volcanic depression.
These lakes can develop after a volcanic eruption when the crater or caldera left behind fills with water, either from precipitation, groundwater, or melting ice and snow.
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