Dear Steemit friends and followers,
Welcome to my Travel Tip series where I promote some of the most beautiful places, interesting landmarks and impressive architectural sites of my homeland, the Czech Republic.
Today, I will take you to one of the most impressive natural places of the country, the picturesque Dalesice Dam.
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Located near the town of Trebic in the Vysocina Region of the country, the Dalesice Dam is a huge water reservoir that was built on the Jihlava River between 1970 and 1978.
With a maximum depth of 85.5 m (280.5 ft), it is the deepest dam in the country and it also boasts one of the tallest dam embankments in Central Europe. The Dalesice Dam was originally built to provide water for the nearby Dalesice Nuclear Plant but because of its beautiful natural surroundings, it soon became a popular tourist destination too.
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There are many great hiking trails and bike lanes leading through deep forests around the dam and visitors can also choose from a variety of hotels and camps situated very close to the water. There are several well-maintained beaches where people can enjoy wild swimming. The dam is also home to numerous animal species (especially water birds) which will be certainly appreciated by wildlife enthusiasts.
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