Paravani Lake


Paravani lake is a volcanic lake in Georgia, located in Javakheti Plateau between Abul-Samsari and Javakheti Ranges.

Geography and hydrography

Paravani Lake is located above sea level and has a surface area of and a drainage basin of. Its maximum and average depths are and respectively. The volume of the lake is. The water level is low during October and November and is high during May and June. The lake is frozen during wintertime and the thickness of the ice ranges from.
In addition to the small rivers of Shaori, Sabadostskali, and Rodionovskis Tskali, the lake gets its water from snow, rain, and underground springs.
The Paravani River begins from the southern part of the lake, and connects to the Mtkvari River to the right. The lake is a popular destination for fishing.

Mystery of lake Paravani

Spectral analysis show, that deep in lake abyss lies mysterious object. It appears of ancient origin. Scientists consider Bronze age at least. Geophysical studies show large structure at the bottom of lake Paravani.