The highest navigable lake in the world sits in the Andes
Straddling the border between Peru and Bolivia, Lake Titicaca sits at a staggering 12,500 feet above sea level, making it the highest body of water capable of supporting large commercial vessels.
Lake Titicaca is a massive freshwater reservoir in the Andes Mountains, notable for its immense volume and high-altitude location. It covers roughly 3,200 square miles and reaches depths of nearly 1,000 feet, allowing massive ships to traverse its waters safely.
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