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The worldβs largest man-made lake is in Zimbabwe.
Weighing in at a volume of over 180 kmΒ³, with a surface area over 5,580 kmΒ², Lake Kariba is a water giant. Itβs situated along the border of Zimbabwe and Zambia and was engineered to generate hydroelectric energy for both countries.
Construction began in the early 1950s, and its design was masterminded by French engineer and renowned βarch damβ specialist, AndrΓ© Coyne. The dam measures 579m in length, and is truly a sight to behold β one that does well not to detract from the stunning surrounding landscapes.
Once construction was complete, Kariba gorge was flooded. Today, the lake has a maximum width of 40 km, and maximum length of 223 km. It holds so much water, it has even been known to trigger seismic activity, reaching over a whopping 5 on the Richter scale.
