Perched at an elevation of more than 14,000 feet (4,267 meters), Bolivia’s Laguna Colorada is instantly recognizable thanks to its red-and-white waters. The red tint comes from pigments and sediments in the saltwater lake (as well as algae), while the white islands are borax deposits. Three of the six flamingo species in the world inhabit the area around the lake.
Laguna Colorada, Bolivia
Perched at an elevation of more than 14,000 feet (4,267 meters), Bolivia’s Laguna Colorada is instantly recognizable thanks to its red-and-white waters. The red tint comes from pigments and sediments in the saltwater lake (as well as algae), while the white islands are borax deposits. Three of the six flamingo species in the world inhabit the area around the lake.
Week's Best Travel Photos: A World of Water Awaits
Get your dose of outstanding travel photos. This week: See a colorful lake in Bolivia and waves crashing high in the Canary Islands.
