Lake Issyk-Kul

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:lake
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Kyrgyz_Alatau
gptkb:Khan_Tengri
gptkb:Kyrgyz_Republic
gptkbp:activities hiking and trekking
gptkbp:area around 6,236 square kilometers
gptkbp:average_temperature varies seasonally
gptkbp:climate highland climate
gptkbp:cuisine fish dishes popular
gptkbp:cultural_events various festivals held annually
gptkbp:cultural_heritage part of Kyrgyzstan's heritage
gptkbp:cultural_significance important for local traditions
gptkbp:dam saline
gptkbp:depicted_in known for clear waters
gptkbp:depth 668 meters
gptkbp:economy part of the Silk Road route.
gptkbp:elevation 1,607 meters above sea level
gptkbp:environmental_impact affected by climate change
pollution concerns
gptkbp:fauna various fish species
gptkbp:fishing_regulations important local industry
gptkbp:flora diverse plant species
gptkbp:geographical_feature tectonic lake
second largest saline lake in the world
gptkbp:historical_significance ancient trade route
site of ancient settlements
gptkbp:historical_site petroglyphs nearby
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Lake Issyk-Kul
gptkbp:landscape gptkb:Tian_Shan
gptkbp:local_legends associated with mythical creatures
gptkbp:location gptkb:Kyrgyzstan
gptkbp:mythology associated with local legends
gptkbp:recreation water sports
gptkbp:research_focus scientific studies conducted
gptkbp:river several rivers including the Cholpon-Ata
gptkbp:scenic_views offers stunning landscapes
gptkbp:seasonal_activities freezes in winter
gptkbp:sport popular for sailing and windsurfing
gptkbp:strategic_importance supports local economy
gptkbp:surrounding_area gptkb:Cholpon-Ata
Tamchy
Balykchy
gptkbp:title gptkb:Issyk-Kul_Lake
gptkbp:tourist_attraction popular tourist destination
gptkbp:tradition Kyrgyz culture
gptkbp:transportation accessible by road and air
gptkbp:unesco_world_heritage_site gptkb:National_Park
gptkbp:water_quality varies across the lake
gptkbp:wildlife habitat for various species
home to migratory birds