LAKE TAHOE, USA

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DSCF3830Lake Tahoe is a beautiful, crystal-clear blue lake nestled among mountain peaks at an elevation of 6,229ft. One of United State’s most beautiful landmarks spanning 19 x 35km, it is the second deepest lake in the US at a depth of 501m. Lake Tahoe is the largest alpine lake in North America.

The lake is situated in northern California on the Nevada border and the closest city to Lake Tahoe is Reno, Nevada.  



DSCF3831Lake Tahoe is the drinking water source of the surrounding area. Therefore Tahoe Water Suppliers Association provides very strict guidelines on keeping the lake water as clean as possible.



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In 1960, the Winter Olympic was held at Squaw Valley on West Lake Tahoe.



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The pine shrouded alpine lake truly earns the title of Jewel of the Sierras.


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Panoramic view of Lake Tahoe.


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The Godfather and The Bodyguard movie were filmed at the lake.


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Resorts, upmarket residential area and casinos dot the landscape as many are attracted to the pristine lake.


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The Cal-Neva Lodge located on the Nevada side of the lake is famous for hosting the rich and famous including Frank Sinatra, Marylin Monroe and John F. Kennedy.


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The sun rises upon the horizon.


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The lake is a vacation spot for more than 10,000 years ago when the Washoe tribe camped along the cool lakeshores.
 

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With nearly 300 days of sunshine a year and the surrounding majestic mountains, Lake Tahoe offers a stunning scenery for all to enjoy.


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How nice to enjoy the idyllic lifestyle like how the rich people lives around here.
 

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The dried up stream.


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Fancy taking a boat ride at the lake?


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During late Spring to early Fall, the lake is popular for water sports and lakeshore activities.


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Whether you are interested in hiking, camping or skiing, there is some thing to fulfill everyone in this area of incredible beauty. Next up, drinking session in California’s famous Napa Valley.



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