Kalim Reservoir
Colombia, Valle del Cauca region
Description:
Calima is a reservoir in the department of Valle del Cauca, Colombia, one of the largest artificial lakes in the country, it is located in the western part of the country, about 80 kilometers from the ocean.
Its length is about 13 kilometers, but the maximum width reaches up to 2.5 kilometers.
The area is 70 km2, the volume is 0.581 km3, the height above sea level ranges from 1400 to 1500 meters.
Construction of the dam began in 1961 and was successfully completed in 1966, after which all tourists positively appreciated the beauty of the resulting lake, and around the reservoir began to appear resorts, villages, as well as restaurants, hotels.
The average water temperature is about 19°C year-round, but can range from 12°C to 26°C.
Due to the regular strong winds, this place is preferred by fans of windsurfing and kitesurfing.