In fact, there are many factors that affect the calculation of the total length of a river, so the length of many rivers is only an approximation. In particular, there is currently a lot of debate about whether the Nile River or the Amazon River is the longest river in the world. But to this day, the Nile is still considered the longest river in the world.
1. NILE RIVER
The Nile River is 6,650 km long, originating from two main tributaries, equatorial East Africa and Ethiopia, flowing through Egypt and finally emptying into the Mediterranean Sea. This river is considered the most important of the African continent and also the longest river in the world, contributing significantly to the formation of one of the oldest civilizations of mankind - the Egyptian civilization. .
2. AMAZON RIVER
Amazon River in Spanish means a river in South America. It is the second longest river in the world with a length of 6,400 km and the largest river basin in the world. In the dry season, the widest part of the river is 11 km and in the rainy season the widest part of the river is up to 40 km. The river has contributed to adding green to the "lungs of the world" - the Amazon jungle.
3. CHANGJIANG RIVER
The Yangtze River, also known as the Yangtze River in China, is about 6,385 km long, the third longest river in the world. The Yangtze is the most important river in China's history, culture, and economy. For thousands of years, people have used the river for water, irrigation, freshwater, transportation, industry, boundaries, and war.
4. MISSISSIPPI RIVER
The Mississippi River is 6,275 km long, making it the longest river in North America. It flows through many US states, including two major cities, New Orleans and Memphis. The Mississippi is also famous for being one of the most difficult to spell rivers in the world. The Mississippi River, in addition to its majestic beauty, also has a charming lyrical beauty.
5. YENISEI RIVER
The Yenisei River is one of the largest river systems that empties into the Arctic Ocean, with a length of 5,539 km (3,445 mi) making it the fifth longest river in the world. This river is also the river containing the most fresh water in Russia.
6. HOANG HA RIVER
The Yellow River means "yellow river", is the second longest river in China with a length of 5,464 km after the Yangtze River and is the 6th longest river in the world. The Yellow River with its majestic beauty and boldness in its flow should be considered "the pride of China".
7. OB-IRTYSH RIVER
The Ob-Irtysh River is 5,410 km long and is one of the famous rivers in Russia. It originates at the intersection of the Biya and Katun rivers in the Altai mountains (Russia), then flows through Siberia and empties into the Gulf of Ob. The name Ob - Irtysh comes from the fact that geographers combine the name of the main river (Ob) and its main tributary (Irtysh).
8. PARANA RIVER
The Paraná River is located in South-Central South America, flowing through the countries of Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina with a length of about 4,880 km. It is the second longest river in South America after the Amazon River. The name Paraná is a shortening of the phrase "para rehe onáva", which comes from the Tupi language and means "like the sea" or "as big as the sea".
9. RIVER CONGO
The Congo River with a length of 4,700 km is ranked 9th in the Top longest rivers in the world. However, the Congo River is also known for other ratings such as "the most watery river in Africa", the "deepest river in the world" or the "most dangerous river in the world".
10. AMUR RIVER
The Amur River or otherwise known as the "Heilongjiang" (Black Dragon) with a length of 4,444 km, is one of the ten longest rivers in the world, forming a natural border between the Russian Far East and Manchuria. (Heilongjiang Province) of China.
Above are the top 10 longest rivers in the world announced by Mapsofworld based on relative length. If you have the opportunity, learn carefully and plan a trip to conquer these magnificent rivers!
