This lake in Maharashtra was formed by a #meteorite collision!

Lonar Lake is the only hypervelocity-natural-impact crater lake in basaltic rock in the world, a one-of-a-kind natural wonder in Maharashtra, 🇮🇳 that continues to puzzle scientists..

What makes it truly mysterious is its dual-layered water system:
The outer layer is neutral and life-friendly, allowing diverse flora and fauna to survive.
The inner layer is highly alkaline and saline, toxic for most life forms.
Strangely, these two layers never mix, defying typical lake dynamics!

But that’s not all. Lonar Lake is also:
✅ One of only four known hypervelocity impact craters on Earth.
✅ Formed by a meteorite impact that created a 1.8 km-wide, 150-meter-deep crater, which later filled with water.
✅ Seven times saltier than seawater! This extreme salinity makes its ecosystem completely unique.

More than just a crater, Lonar Lake is a natural laboratory, offering insights into planetary impacts, microbial survival in extreme conditions, and even the possibility of life beyond Earth. Whether you’re a scientist, an adventurer, or simply someone who loves mysteries, Lonar Lake is a place like no other. ♥️

Drone shots by @harsimran___