There has been a great debate on the topic that which river is the longest river in the world. Some believe that its Nile River while others say that it’s Amazon River based on its overall length and coverage.
Although most of the researchers agreed upon the fact that the Nile is the longest but it is being said that in the future this list will be revised. The basis of revision would be highly dependent upon our current eco-system, pollution, and overall environment.
Today you’ll be able to get the right insights about the longest rivers in the world and their exact length. You shall also be able to read about some of the interesting facts about these rivers and how they are contributing to the world.
1. Nile River in North East Africa (6,650 Km)
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The Nile is no doubt one of the longest rivers in the world and providing its water resources to 11 different countries in Africa. Nile River is divided into two parts, the White River and Blue River. Nile River is backed by Lake Victoria and also provides the pathway for the flow.
2. Amazon River in South Africa (6,400 Km)
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Amazon River in South Africa is the second-largest river in the world with a length of around 6,400 km. In terms of water discharge, the Amazon River is greater than the Nile River. Amazon provides water support to seven rivers in the world. The tributaries of the river are influencing the flow of confluences and Maranon River. Amazon River holds the greater value because of its name dispute and also because of its importance in the overall eco-system of the world.
3. Yangtze River in China (6,300 km)
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The Yangtze is another largest River in the world with its flow originating from China. The overall length of this river is around 6,300 km and it is known for providing complete support to one country at one time.
The sources of this river can easily be derived from the Tuotuo Tributary which is located in the Tangulla Mountains.
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4. Mississippi Jefferson in North America (6,275 Km)
Mississippi also called Jefferson, and Missouri is the fourth largest river in the world with a length of around 6,275 km. This river provides the water flow to 31 US states and two largest Canadian provinces. The origin of Mississippi could be tracked down from Northern Minnesota and flow in the Gulf of Mexico.
However, most of the scholars believe that Jefferson is the real origin of Mississippi and is responsible for providing the source.
5. Yenisei Selenge in Asia (5,539 Km)
The Yenisei is the fifth largest river in the world with a length of around 5,539 km. Yenisei Selenge in Asia is called as the headwater of the entire river system in the world. Yenisei River flows into Lake Baikal. This river also falls into the Arctic ocean and provides the water support to Russia.
6. Yellow River in China (5,464 Km)
Another river that has its origin from China is called the Yellow River. This river is the second largest in the country and sixth largest in the world with a length of around 5,464 km. Yellow River is also referred as the mother of Rivers in China and Huang He.
Yellow River is of higher importance not only because of its water flow but also due to its association with Chinese politics, economy, and culture for more than 2,000 years. The origin of this river could be found in Mouth Bohai and flow from the Bayan Har Mountains.
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7. Ob- the Irtysh in Asia (5,410 Km)
Ob-Irtysh in Asia is the seventh-largest river with a length of about 5,410 km. The river provides the water flow to four different countries including China, Russia, Mongolia, and Kazakhstan.
In order to get the right information about the river length, most of the scholars are supposed to relocate to different areas which are usually inaccessible. It is expected that river length will be reduced in the future because new discoveries are being made which will help in exploring more rivers in the world.
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