Shimozero
Vytegorsky district, Vologda region
Description:
Shimozero was recently included in the list of unique objects of Russia. The reservoir was noted for its picturesque and unusual appearance. The lake is a karst funnel filled with water. Its area is 10 square kilometers. With a width of five kilometers, the length of the reservoir reaches six kilometers. Among the locals is considered a deep lake. In some places, the depth is up to four meters.
Next to Shimozero is Dolgozero. They are connected by a narrow channel. Also, in the lake flows Vekshruchei and begins the river Surga. With such small parameters, there are several islands in the lake. One of the biggest ones is Neroster.
On the bank of Shimozer is located Oshta rural settlement. There used to be many villages where Finns lived. They're empty now.