The Ci Lake () is a lake in
Jinning Township, Kinmen County, Taiwan.
History
The lake was created in 1969 for military strategic purpose by constructing a
levee
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Geology
The lake spans over an area of 120 hectares and is primarily used for
fish farming
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See also
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Geography of Taiwan
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References
1969 establishments in Taiwan
Jinning Township
Lakes of Kinmen County
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