Lake Peipus is located on the border between Russia and Estonia and is one of the largest lakes in Western Europe. Its diverse nature, traditional culture, wealth of fish, and romantic country roads make Peipus area a popular holiday destination. The lands around the lake are fascinating to explore, with a mix of mansions, traditional markets, lighthouses, and picturesque traditional cottages. The area around the lake is home to Old Believers, a religious minority of hard-working fishermen, builders, and onion cultivators. The lake’s average depth is 7.1 meters and the deepest point is 15 meters. The lake has several islands and is clear and fairly clean, since about 30 streams and rivers bring fresh water constantly. Peipus is surrounded by huge marshes, sand dunes, and hills covered in dense pine forests.
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