Itaipu is the biggest dam and water power plant in the
world. It was build on the Paraná river on the border of
Brazil and Paraguay. The power plant delivers energy to
both countries. The total power is 12.6 GW, annual
energy production 75 000 GWh. The dam lake
extends to 170 km, the dam height is 220 m
and length 872 m. The lake depth is about 100 m.
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The overall view on the dam and
power plant. During our visit there was a lack of
water and all the flow was directed through the
turbines. This photo was taken from a picture in the
visitors center. |
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The dam. It is really monumental. |
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The scheme of the water flow through
the dam and turbines. |
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A poster with a similar scheme. |
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The water overflow, during our visit
it was dry. |
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Detail of the water overflow. |
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Estuary of the water overflow to the
river. |
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The overall view on the dam. The
water flows through the white pipes to the turbines. |
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Inside the power plant. The top of
the turbine can be seen behind. |
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Detail of the cables. |
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The river under the power plant. |
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Dee-jays of the evening light
show. The dam is illuminated at the sound of majestic
music. |
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Light show. |
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Light show. |
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Light show. |
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Light show. |
