The saltiest place on Earth is Don Juan Pond, located in the McMurdo Dry Valleys of Antarctica.
Here's a more detailed look:
- Location: McMurdo Dry Valleys, Antarctica
- Salinity: Exceeds 40% on average, significantly saltier than the Dead Sea (around 34%) or the ocean (around 3.5%).
- Description: It's more of a shallow pond, sometimes only ankle-deep. The high salt concentration allows it to remain liquid even at very low temperatures (below freezing).
The extremely high salinity is due to the evaporation of water, which concentrates the salts in the remaining liquid. The arid environment and unique geological conditions of the McMurdo Dry Valleys contribute to this phenomenon.
