- Address: Laos, Attapy, Sanxay
- Elevation above sea level: 1154 m
- Greatest depth: 78 m
In the south-east of Laos , at an altitude of 1154 m above the sea level is the Heavenly Lake, or Fatomlecken.
The origin of the pond
The mountains of the Sanxay District (in the province of Attapa) adorn the Heavenly Lake, also known as Nong Fa. The opinions of scientists on the formation of this lake were divided. Some researchers adhere to the version according to which the reservoir formed in the crater of a fallen asleep volcano. The adherents of the second theory attribute the cosmic origin to Fatomlecken. Scientists believe that the Heavenly Lake appeared on the site of the crater left by the fallen meteorite.
What is known about the lake today?
The maximum depth of Nong Fa recorded during official studies reaches 78 m. The indigenous population claims that the depth of the lake can not be measured. It is established that the Paluata River flows out of Heavenly Lake.
Ancient legends
An unusual lake, like its surroundings, is often mentioned in the legends of local residents. The most mystical of them says that the monster lives in the waters of the Heavenly Lake in Laos. The monster takes the image of a snake, then a pig and devours all those who wish to swim in Nong Fa.
How to get there?
Lake Nong Fa in Laos is located near the border with Vietnam. You can reach this remote place by car, following the coordinates: 15 ° 06'25 ", 107 ° 25'26", or by taxi.