Dolomites trip 🏔️🌻 : Legendary stories of the wonderful “Misurina Lake”

Hello everyone! Today, we'll take you on a journey to Lake Misurina, Italy's largest natural lake, located near the Orzo di Cadore. It's a stunning lake nestled in the Dolomites in the Belluno Province of Italy. It's approximately 1 kilometer long, 300 meters wide, and 5 meters deep. Its water source is glacier water and melted snow from the surrounding mountains, keeping it cool year-round.

Legend has it that Lake Misurina was named after King Sopapis' favorite princess. One day, the princess was out for a walk in the forest and encountered a goddess with a magic mirror that could read minds. Due to her capricious nature, she begged for the mirror. The goddess also had a beautiful flower garden, but the flowers quickly withered from the sunlight.

The goddess demanded that the king resolve this issue in exchange for the mirror. The king transformed himself into a tall mountain to capture the sunlight, hence the name Sopapis. During the transformation, the princess lost her balance and fell to her death. The king was overwhelmed with grief, shedding countless tears, and the lake's name was given to her.

We traveled to this place in early August, which wasn't too long ago, but it was still cold. As we climbed up the mountain, the air got colder. Four of us, riding motorcycles, rode our way to this stunning viewpoint. After parking, we walked across to the most beautiful viewpoint.

It was a constant stream of visitors, and it was another beautiful spot in the Dolomites, a must-see for anyone visiting. After a long ride on the motorcycle, we were relieved by the breathtaking view. The highlight was the hotel, with the mountains in the background and a lake in front. The lake's water was a crystal clear green. It's said that in winter, this area would freeze over, making it a walkable area. Even though it wasn't even winter, the air was still chilly, but not too cold. The weather was pleasant.

I was still excited by the view ahead of me, as it was breathtakingly beautiful. There were boats available for rent in front of us, but we didn't use them because we didn't have much time. Our destination was a motorbike tour, taking about an hour or 30 minutes to each location.

We wanted to stay here longer because it was so beautiful. I stood and took photos of the view, both the mountain views and the 360-degree view behind me. Everywhere I looked, it was captivating. It was truly a beautiful place.

I was so thrilled to be standing here. I had only seen it in photos before, never thinking I'd be standing in someone else's photo spot. It was such a beautiful experience, and the memories I captured became unforgettable stories.

Besides taking photos, some visitors also enjoy hiking, fishing, or simply strolling around the lake. Nearby, there are plenty of restaurants and hotels offering services. Every corner is a great spot for photos, as every angle is beautiful.

And here are some photos of the atmosphere, my story, and my experiences at Lake Misurina, Italy. I hope you enjoy them. Thank you for following along. Have a wonderful day!