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Detailed explanation-1: -Loktak lake is situated approximately 38 km south of Imphal (the capital of Manipur) in the Bishnupur district of Manipur.

Detailed explanation-2: -Loktak Lake is situated in the northeastern state of Manipur. It is one of the largest freshwater lakes in India as well as the world, providing sustenance to about 55 villages and hamlets in the Moirang region.

Detailed explanation-3: -For enchanting views of this lake, visit the tourist bungalow situated on Sendra island by the bank of the lake. Alternately, you can climb up to the watchtower, located on the hillock of Bebet Ching for a scenic view. ‘Lok’ means stream, and ‘tak’ the end.

Detailed explanation-4: -This lake is located near phura village in the district of Saiha. The catchment area of this lake is 18.5 sq km and the surface area of this lake is 1.5 sq km. Loktak lake is not located in the state of Mizoram.

Detailed explanation-5: -The largest freshwater lake in Northeast India, the pristine Loktak Lake is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Manipur. Known for its floating circular swamps, which are called phumdis in the local tongue, the lake invites tourists from far and wide for its ethereal beauty.