Wonders of the World: the Multicolored Lakes of Mount Kelimutu, Indonesia
Long considered a sacred spot and final resting place for departed souls, the multicolored lakes of the Kelimutu volcano are among the most incredible wonders of the world. T
hough the three lakes are all on the crest of the same volcano, and two even share a crater wall, they are all different colors. The two adjacent lakes, the "Enchanted Lake" and the "Lake of Young Men and Maidens," are often red or green respectively. And the "Lake of Old People" is typically blue. But their color can vary unpredictably between blue, green, black and red. A quick peek at Wikipedia entry on Kelimutu will tell you that "...the colour changes as a result of chemical reactions resulting from the minerals contained in the lake perhaps triggered by volcano gas activity."
Ready for a trip to Flores Island? Here are some details for ya.
Location: Flores Island in Indonesia (with coordinates of 8°46′S 121°49′E
). Nearest Airport: Ende and Maumere are the nearest airports. There are regular flights from Bali to Maumere, and the drive from Maumere to the town at the base of Kelimutu, Moni, is roughly 3 hours.
Where to stay: an easy way to get to Flores Island is from Bali Take a peek at top Bali accommodation options on Tripping, from $36/night. Happy Travels!.