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Lake Eibsee

Lake with green and blue water with mountains in background
Lake Eibsee - Photographer Ayse Gurer

Location: Lake Eibsee, Germany
Date: July 2021
Photographer: Ayse Gurer
University Affiliation: Undergraduate Student
Home Country: United States
Category: Places
Award: Honorable Mention

"Lake Eibsee is a crystal clear lake hidden in the Alps Mountains. I took this photo because it was one of the most blue waters I had ever seen. This picture is meaningful to me because it shows how beautiful nature can be when it is preserved and the importance of protecting our environment."