Nile River

The Nile River

Location: The Nile is located in Northern Africa and runs through Egypt,were it’s mouth is located.

Size: The Nile River stretches 3470 miles and is the longest river in the world.

Interesting Facts:

  • The Nile River is the longest river in the world.

  • It then flows into the Mediterranean sea were it is no longer flowing strong enough to keep the salt water out and the fresh water in.

  • The water from the Mediterranean Sea is flowing in and causing disruptions in the animals and plants.

  • A while down the river the are six rapids called the cataracts, this area is also were the Aswan High Dam is located it was built to control the water level.

    Bibliography for pictures:
    Wild Egypt - The Nile Adventure, http://tourEgypt.net/wild Egypt/Nile.hum, David C. Scott, Copyright 1997

    Created by: Brett
    Date created: September 29, 2000
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