Lake Saka

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Lake Saka in Kabarole District.

Lake Saka is a Ugandan lake found in Kabarole district, western Uganda. [1] It is at an elevation of 1591 metres above sea Level. [2] The lake acts as a tourist attraction with bird watching and other recreational activities. [3] [4] [5] Lake Saka is one of the crater lakes in Kabarole district along Rwenzori mountain ranges. [6]

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Location

Lake Saka is located in Kabarole district in western Uganda at Latitude 0°42'0" N and Longitude 30°13'60" E.

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Lake Saka found in Kabarole district.

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References

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