This idea to go on a trip is for all those who have ever wanted to go far away, to a place away from everything, not desert, but far enough away to recharge their batteries. Travel to these islands in lakes It is a great idea for the loneliest, those who love trips in which they discover special corners beyond mass tourism.
But this is only the beginning, since these islands in lakes are located in very interesting places, with landscapes of great beauty to behold. Now you just have to choose one, or the one that is closest to you, to plan your next island getaway. You may want to go through them all.
Victoria Island in Argentina
This island is in the Nahuel Huapi lake, in the Argentine Patagonia. This island is today a protected natural park, and is divided into three parts, the central one being the one that can be visited by tourists. In it you can visit the cave paintings made by the indigenous people who formerly lived on the island. This is undoubtedly one of those islands in which to retire to reflect if we are lonely, with cliffs, very beautiful natural landscapes and beaches with volcanic sand. There are some small buildings to stay in, so you can spend more than a day in it.
Beaver Island in the United States
This island is located in the state of Arizona and it is known as the American Emerald Isle because of the large number of Irish descendants out there. It is in the well-known Lake Michigan, and it is the largest island in the entire lake, although there are others. In this there are good services, with a small port and beaches, as well as routes for hiking, so it is a fairly entertaining place, although it does not provide that feeling of loneliness that other islands have.
Apostle Islands in the United States
We now go to the state of Wisconsin, with the Apostle Islands, which are nothing less than Islas 22 found in the largest freshwater lake in the world, called Lake Superior. They are so called because the largest islands are 12, like the apostles. The largest of all, Madeleine, is the only one that is inhabited. One of the most popular ways to get from one to the other is by boat and even kayak, exploring nature in its purest form. Only for the most adventurous and lonely.
Taquile Island in Peru
This island is located in the famous lake Titicaca, and it is known as Intika in Quechua. This island was part of the Inca Empire, so you can visit some interesting archaeological remains for those who are interested in history. It is a small island, with a length of little more than five kilometers. If there is something we have to take from Taquile, it is its textiles, since textile art is very popular here.
Island of the Sun in Bolivia
Although you are in another country, this Island of the Sun is located on the same Lake Titicaca as Taquile Island. It is the largest island in the lake, and in Inca times it was an island in which a sanctuary dedicated to the Sun god or Inti, hence its name. In it you can travel routes and climb the highest hill, where there is a viewpoint to enjoy the views of the lake. In addition, it has its own archaeological museum.
Samosir Island in Indonesia
On the island of Sumatra is Lake Tabo, its largest volcanic lake, and within this is this island. An exotic place to go if we go to this destination, and where we will see a different culture and the lifestyle of its inhabitants, who stay in peculiar houses with pointed roofs. The wood and textile work of the artisans will be something that we will have to bring home.
Bled Island in Slovenia
In Europe there are also some of these islands located in quiet lakes. This island is located in the lake with which it shares its name. The remains found in it confirm that it was already occupied in the Stone age. The Church of Mary is baroque in style and dates from the XNUMXth century, tradition says that for the life of those who are going to marry in it to be prosperous, the groom must climb the stairs that lead to the church with the bride in his arms. .
Mainau Island in Germany
This European island is located in the Lake Constance, on the territory of the city of Constanza. If this island is known for something, it is for its flowers, since it is also called the 'Island of Flowers' and it is that there are beautiful gardens, greenhouses and parks. The best time to visit is undoubtedly during spring and summer.