The area of the lake is 229 square kilometres (88 sq mi).

[1] The lake is located in a remote area and has no permanent settlements along its banks.

It is known for having the geographical center of Russia lying on its southeast shore at 66°25′N 94°15′E / 66.417°N 94.250°E / 66.417; 94.250.

[2] Lake Vivi is located on the southern limit of the Putorana Massif, in the zone where it overlaps with the Syverma Plateau.

[3] Lake Vivi is roughly stretching from north to south and while its length is ca.