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Why build a lake this high in the Alps?

Totensee sits near the summit of Grimsel Pass in the Swiss Alps, Switzerland. The lake formed in a natural basin shaped by ancient glaciers. Today it remains surrounded by steep alpine ridges.
Switzerland is a popular destination among travellers for its breathtaking landscapes, picturesque villages and majestic Alpine scenery. The country offers a mix of traditional culture and modern ...
Beaches are beautiful but to me, they take second place to the alps. The steadfast, majestic beauty of the mountains does something to me that I can’t explain.