Sasthamkotta Lake

Sasthamkotta Lake

Country:
India
Site number:
1212
Area:
373.0 ha
Designation date:
19-08-2002
Coordinates:
09°01'59"N 76°36'59"E

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Sasthamkotta Lake. 19/08/02. Kerala. 373 ha. 09°02'N 076°37'E. The largest freshwater lake in Kerala state in the southwest of the country, spring-fed and the source of drinking water for half a million people in the Kollam district. Some 27 freshwater fish species are present. The water contains no common salts or other minerals and supports no water plants; a larva called "cavaborus" abounds and eliminates bacteria in the water, thus contributing to its exceptional purity. The ancient Sastha temple is an important pilgrimage centre. WWF-India has been of great assistance in preparing the site's designation. Ramsar site no. 1212. Most recent RIS information: 2002.
Administrative region: Kerala District
National legal designation:
  • none
Last publication date: 19-08-2002
Ramsar Information Sheet (RIS)