Tuz Gölü Travel Notes｜The Fantasy World of Salt and Light

#AprilGoodDestinations2025 #Turkey Lake Tuz is the second largest lake in Türkiye, located about 150 kilometers southeast of the capital Ankara. It is hard to imagine that this salt lake, which is now white and shining, was actually the bottom of the sea in ancient times. As time goes by, the salt-rich strata are slowly washed out by spring and summer rain and melting snow, creating the fantastic salt lake wonder of today. Lake Tuz is a seasonal lake: • Spring: Snowmelt causes water levels to be highest; • Summer: Under the scorching sun, only a layer of crystal-white salt remains on the lake surface, glittering like a dream; • Sometimes: The lake surface will have a pink sheen, which is really amazing when you see it for the first time. This visit was in the summer. Although it was the dry season, I could still feel the beauty of the vastness and tranquility. However, if you are a self-guided traveler, I would recommend going there on a case-by-case basis, because unless the weather and light are just right, it will be difficult to capture the dreamy scenes you see on the Internet. Reflection photography requires a windless, cloudy sunrise or sunset moment, and it really depends on luck. Special reminder: This is a salt lake! It will be painful when you walk in, especially those who have injuries on the soles of their feet. You can truly experience what it feels like to "rub salt into the wound." Before entering Lake Tuz, you will meet salt vendors who will pour coarse-grained salt on tourists' hands, allowing you to experience the magical feeling of your palms becoming smooth and tender after exfoliation. This is also a little local pleasure.