Meet the world’s most iconic river animals—from pink dolphins to anacondas—living legends of freshwater habitats across every continent.| World Rivers
Discover the benefits of rivers—from clean water to climate balance—and why protecting them is vital for life, biodiversity, and our future.| World Rivers
Whispers of water and wood—discover how rivers once powered the world through the timeless charm and quiet genius of old watermills.| World Rivers
Discover how rivers shaped the exploration of North America—from French voyages on the St. Lawrence to the expansion along the Mississippi.| World Rivers
Discover what a river source is, how it forms, the types of sources from glaciers to karst springs, and why finding the true source—like the Amazon's—is so complex.| World Rivers
Where does the Amazon River really begin? Discover the scientific and adventurous search for the Amazon River source.| World Rivers
Discover how rivers like the Danube, Rhine, Dniester, and Oder-Neisse served as historical borders—dividing empires, shaping nations, and connecting cultures across Europe.| World Rivers
Discover the thrill of river canyoning — swim, slide, rappel, and explore wild gorges on one of nature’s most exciting adventures. Gear up and dive in!| World Rivers
How old are rivers? Explore the age of rivers—from young glacial streams to ancient flows older than dinosaurs—and what they reveal about Earth’s past.| World Rivers
Discover how rivers like the Thames and Seine powered Viking raids and settlements—bringing war, trade, and Norse culture deep inland.| World Rivers
Uncountable rivers flow on the surface of our planet, but some of them have a profound influence on the planet and human society. Note the word important. It’s rather a vague term; we don’t mean the longest, or with the largest catchment. These are important…| World Rivers
How many rivers flow across the world? While the exact count is unknown, estimates suggest tens of thousands—each carving its own path through the Earth.| World Rivers