Salda Lake has unique features that distinguish it from other lakes not only in Türkiye but also around the world. Here are some of the differences that set Salda Lake apart from other lakes:
Microbialites: Salda Lake has numerous microbialite formations in its waters, which are compared to similar structures on Mars.
Low mineralization: The water of Salda Lake has low mineralization and contains minerals such as magnesium, sodium, and calcium. This feature is different from other lakes around the world.
Endemic species: Some endemic species living in the lake are only found in Salda Lake and not in any other lake in the world.
Crater lake: Salda Lake is located within a volcanic crater and is a natural crater lake. This feature is different from other lakes around the world.
Depth: Salda Lake is deeper than other lakes around the world, with a depth of approximately 184 meters.
These features make Salda Lake unique compared to other lakes around the world.
