The Nile: The longest river in the world, the Nile flows through northeastern Africa and into the Mediterranean Sea.
The Amazon: The second-longest river in the world, the Amazon flows through South America and is known for its incredible biodiversity.
The Yangtze: The longest river in Asia, the Yangtze flows through China and is an important source of water for the country's vast population.
The Mississippi: The longest river in North America, the Mississippi flows from the Rocky Mountains to the Gulf of Mexico
The Danube: The second-longest river in Europe, the Danube flows through central and eastern Europe and into the Black Sea.
The Ganges: The holiest river in Hinduism, the Ganges flows through northern India and Bangladesh and is an important source of water for agriculture
The Mekong: The Mekong flows through Southeast Asia and is an important source of water for the region's agriculture and fisheries.
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