Lake Erçek in Van province, Turkey, has transformed into a breathtaking winter landscape, as freezing temperatures caused much of its salty, soda-rich waters to freeze.
The lake’s surface is covered in a thick layer of ice, set against the backdrop of snow-dusted mountains, creating a scene out of a winter fairy tale.
The freezing temperatures have also led to the loss of several flamingos and other birds, unable to escape the harsh conditions.
The 99-square-kilometer lake’s striking beauty is amplified by this rare natural phenomenon.
