People say that those who are in love see this world through pink glasses. However, all residents and guests of the Kerch Peninsula see its natural beauty in strawberry colors every summer on the territory of the Reserve Opuksky. On long sunny days, the water of Koyashskoye Salt Lake reflects the sky clouds as a mirror, acquiring all shades of the palette: from the delicate pink of sakura to rich blood red at the end of July. This fantastic natural phenomenon occurs as a result of the photosynthesis of local microscopic algae. Influenced by light, they release red pigments into the lake, which not only give it a wonderful appearance but also some healing qualities. The higher the sun and the hotter the weather is, the brighter Koyashskoye Lake becomes. It acquires a deep red color, while the smell of blooming algae resembles a delicate sweetish scent of violets. Besides, at the very bottom, there is a healing mud of brine, the consist of which is often compared to the famous Saki mud. Rare species of birds, representatives of the Red List, live on the narrow sandy isthmus that separates the lake from the Black Sea. There are a unique pied avocet and noisy flocks of gulls. It is difficult to imagine a more suitable home for them than the crystal clear waters of the lagoon and three kilometers of pristine seashell beach. A long time ago these places were inhabited by ancient tribes that worshiped the god Odin. Today, an amazing pink lake with an area of more than five square kilometers is considered one of the main tourist attractions of Crimea. Thousands of bloggers, photographers, and artists from all over the world come to these lands to see this place. It is hard to stay sceptical once you see the natural miracle of the color of pink chewing gum without any filters or photoshop.