#great-lakes

waves  If the Great Lakes are directly connected to the Atlantic Ocean, what prevents them from being saltwater lakes?

The Great Lakes are indeed directly connected to the Atlantic Ocean, via the Saint Lawrence River, which flows from Lake Ontario to the Gulf of Saint...    Read more

location_city  What is the name of the historic lighthouse in Whitefish Point, Michigan, and when was it first lit?

The historic lighthouse in Whitefish Point, Michigan is called the Whitefish Point Light Station. It was first lit on November 20, 1849. The...    Read more

waves  What are the Great Lakes of Africa and why are they significant?

The Great Lakes of Africa are a group of lakes in East and Central Africa that are of great significance both geographically and historically. The...    Read more