Sabkhat al-Jabbul

Syria

Sabkhat al-Jabbul

LocationSyria
RegionAleppo Governorate
TypeNature Reserve
Coordinates36.0330°, 37.5000°
Established1998
Area100
Nearest CityAs-Safira (8 mi)
Major CityAleppo (25 mi)

About Sabkhat al-Jabbul

Sabkhat al-Jabbul is Syria's largest natural lake and salt flat ecosystem. The reserve is a crucial stopover for migratory birds and has been designated as a Ramsar wetland of international importance. It supports unique salt-tolerant vegetation and provides habitat for numerous waterfowl species.