Issyk Lake is located in the Issyk Gorge of the Zailiysky Alatau at an altitude of approximately 1,760 meters above sea level.
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Issyk Lake is located in the Issyk Gorge of the Zailiysky Alatau at an altitude of approximately 1,760 meters above sea level. It is about 70 kilometers from Almaty. The lake is of glacial-tectonic origin and is known for its turquoise water color.