Lake Bolsena
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Lake Bolsena of central Italy, is a lake of volcanic and tectonic origin. It is the largest volcanic lake in Europe. Roman historic records indicate activity of the Vulsini volcano occurred as recently as 104 BC; it has been dormant since then. The two islands in the southern part of the lake were formed by underwater eruptions following the collapse that created the depression. ()
Local name: Lago di Bolsena Area: 43.82 mi²Length: 8.08 miWidth: 6.84 miMaximum depth: 495 ftElevation: 1017 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°38'38"N, 11°58'57"E
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