TAUPO, LAKE


Meaning of TAUPO, LAKE in English

Lake, North Island , New Zealand.

The largest lake in New Zealand, it is 234 sq mi (606 sq km) in area and covers the remains of several volcanic craters. The Waikato River flows into and out of it. Numerous geothermal springs on the lake's borders are used for health resorts and for generating electricity.

Britannica Concise Encyclopedia.      Краткая энциклопедия Британика.