Photo of the Day – Intensely Green Lake Bethmale in the South of France
High in the mountains at over 1,000 metres in altitude, we discovered a gem-like lake of emerald green water that reflected the sky, trees, and overhanging mountains like a mirror. The waters of Le Lac De Bethmale in the Ariege region of the Midi-Pyrenees were some of the cleanest and clearest I had ever seen. And today’s afternoon walk around this stunning lake was very peaceful.
Legend says that the blue-green waters get their hue from the long dark skirts of the wicked witch who was chased into the lake after vexing the villagers in times long past.
The emerald green waters of Le Lac De Bethmale in the Ariege, Midi-Pyrenees, France
This green-on-green photo is a perfect example of just one view from one tiny corner of the lake.
Enjoy!
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28/05/2011 at 10:00 PM
28/05/2011 at 10:59 PMAdrienne
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Green is said to be the colour of healing and if that is correct, then being in this spot has to have therapeutic benefits. What a beautiful place.
29/05/2011 at 2:39 AMChris
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That is a beautiful picture. It makes me want to go swimming right there, just paddle out and forget about everything for a while.
29/05/2011 at 8:32 AMDeborah Harmes
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There were a few people having a picnic in the woods and several people fishing for trout in absolute silence. It was simply a stunning place!