What’s the difference between a cascade, a plunge, or a chute? Explore the poetic and scientific names for different types of waterfalls worldwide.| World Rivers
Even though Alps look like an undefeatable fortress, many of its rivers are actually tamed, either by the dams or regulations. They are often torrents and cause flashfloods. The Tagliemiento River in Italian Alps still resists the human encroachment and we can observe almost pristine alpine landscapes.| World Rivers
From dams to life: how the Allier and Loire rivers became Europe’s model of coexistence, flood resilience, and nature-based river restoration.| World Rivers
Canyons are among the most dramatic river landscapes. Discover how they form—and where to find these towering wonders around the world.| World Rivers
River morphology – how does river look like?| World Rivers
From gentle drifts to roaring torrents, rivers flow at wildly different speeds. But what controls their pace—and how fast can they really go?| World Rivers
Natural rivers support rich biodiversity by constantly renewing themselves and creating diverse habitats for plants and animals to thrive.| World Rivers
It’s not just water that flows—sediment, sand, and gravel move too, shaping the river’s course and deeply influencing its dynamics.| World Rivers
Floodplains, once overlooked, are vital extensions of rivers—hydrologically linked, ecologically rich, yet often severed or lost to development.| World Rivers
The discharge of a stream is the volume of water that flows past a given point in a unit of time. Usually, we measure the world rivers by its discharge to the sea.| World Rivers
Discover the deepest canyons in the world, from Peru’s Cotahuasi Canyon to Tibet’s Yarlung Tsangpo. These awe-inspiring gorges reveal Earth’s raw, vertical beauty.| World Rivers
Discover the worst floods in UK history — learn about the causes, impact, and legacy of Britain’s most catastrophic flooding events.| World Rivers
Discover the worst river floods in U.S. history—from the Great Mississippi Flood to Hurricane Harvey—and how they reshaped American landscapes and lives.| World Rivers
Steep banks of the river are extreme habitat, where some very specialized animals and plants live. They are mostly created by the river erosion.| World Rivers
Floods have ravaged homes, lives, and landscapes—but what causes rivers to overflow, and what’s the real story behind these disasters?| World Rivers
Discover the negative effects of dams on rivers—from blocked fish migrations to sediment loss and vanishing wetlands.| World Rivers
The Worst Floods in Human History| World Rivers
Meandering is common in the rivers in the lower reaches of the rivers, where the river changes its course through time.| World Rivers
Sediment settles as river energy fades—forming bars, banks, and floodplains. This quiet process plays a vital role in shaping ecosystems and terrain.| World Rivers
A new understanding of rivers reveals them as complex, fragile ecosystems—not just resources—leading to global shifts in science, policy, and protection.| World Rivers
Discover the most breathtaking Bali waterfalls—from iconic giants to jungle-hidden gems, perfect for swimming, hiking, and adventure.| World Rivers
