., Bala, Gwynedd, Wales,

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Bala Lake ( Llyn Tegid in Welsh) at 1,084 acres is Wales's largest natural lake and is arguebly the most beautiful.It is of glacial origin and used to extend to some 8 miles long. It now measures 4 miles long by a mile wide. It is crossed by the River Dee and its waters are famously deep and clear. It is crossed by the River Dee and its waters are famously deep and clear. It is a lake steeped in legend. Llyn Tegid means Lake of Serenity and it is easy too see why after spending a day fishing there. Bala Lake has abundant pike, European perch, trout and eel. Llyn Tegid is also home to the rare and protected whitefish called the Gwyniad which roams the deeps. According to legend the lake is inhabited by a monster known affectionately as Teggie. A number of companies provide kayaks, yachts and various other types of boats for rent to tourists.....