Lake Shala

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf lake
gptkbp:accessibility road access available
gptkbp:area 410 square kilometers
gptkbp:climate varies seasonally
tropical_highland_climate
gptkbp:colors blue-green
gptkbp:cultural_significance important to indigenous peoples
gptkbp:culturalEvents local festivals held nearby
gptkbp:depth 260 meters
seasonal changes in depth
gptkbp:elevation 1,580 meters above sea level
gptkbp:environmental_impact affected by climate change
gptkbp:environmentalProtection pollution risks
gptkbp:explores explored by various researchers
gptkbp:fishSpecies limited fishing activities
gptkbp:flora supports unique plant species
gptkbp:geographicalFeature 7.5°S, 38.5°E
gptkbp:geologicalFeatures volcanic crater
gptkbp:historical_analysis important for geological studies
gptkbp:historical_significance cultural importance to local communities
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Lake Shala
gptkbp:local_economy supports local tourism industry
gptkbp:localLegends associated with local myths
gptkbp:location gptkb:Ethiopia
gptkbp:nearby_attractions hot springs nearby
gptkbp:notable_feature high salinity
gptkbp:outflow none
rainwater
gptkbp:photography popular photography spot
gptkbp:research conducted on its ecosystem
gptkbp:research_focus limnology studies
gptkbp:river Lake Abijatta
gptkbp:surrounding_area grasslands and shrubs
gptkbp:surroundingArea gptkb:Oromia_Region
nearby_towns_include_Shala_and_Abijatta
gptkbp:sustainability_initiatives protected area
supports diverse ecosystems
gptkbp:tourism popular destination
gptkbp:type crater lake
gptkbp:visibility best viewed during dry season
visible from surrounding hills
gptkbp:waterQuality used for local irrigation
saline water
gptkbp:wildlife various bird species
home to various fish species