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Lake Sevan

Lake Sevan occupies a high basin in Armenia. Its altitude, freshwater resources and cultural setting make it central to Armenian geography.

TypeLake
CountryArmenia
RegionCaucasus
ElevationAbout 1,900 m above sea level
Known forHigh-altitude lake
Coordinates40.3000° N, 45.3000° E

Where is Lake Sevan?

Lake Sevan is in Armenia, in the Caucasus area. It is mapped at approximately 40.3000° N, 45.3000° E.

Key facts about Lake Sevan

Lake Sevan is a large high-altitude lake in Armenia and one of the country's most important natural landmarks. The main stored reference metric is elevation: About 1,900 m above sea level. It is also noted for high-altitude lake.

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