Siljan (lake)
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Siljan, in Dalarna in central Sweden, is Sweden's seventh largest lake. The cumulative area of Siljan and the adjacent, smaller lakes Orsasjön and Insjön is 354 km2 (137 sq mi). Siljan reaches a maximum depth of 134 m (440 ft), and its surface is situated 161 m (528 ft) above sea level. This renders the lowest point of the basin at 27 metres (89 ft) above sea level. The largest town on its shore is Mora.
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Siljan | |
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Coordinates | 60°51′N 14°48′E |
Basin countries | Sweden |
Surface area | 354 km2 (137 sq mi) (including adjacent lakes) |
Max. depth | 134 m (440 ft) |
Water volume | 42 km3 (34×10 |
Surface elevation | 161 m (528 ft) |
Settlements | Leksand, Mora, Rättvik |
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