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Volga - Wikipedia
The Volga (Russian: Волга, pronounced [ˈvoɫɡə] ⓘ) is the longest river in Europe and the longest endorheic basin river in the world. Situated in Russia, it flows through Central Russia to Southern Russia and into the Caspian Sea. The Volga has a length of 3,531 km (2,194 mi), and a catchment area of 1,360,000 km 2 (530,000 sq mi). [1] .
Volga River | Map, Definition, Economy, & Facts | Britannica
Volga River, river of Europe, the continent’s longest, and the principal waterway of western Russia and the historic cradle of the Russian state. Its basin, sprawling across about two-fifths of the European part of Russia, contains almost half of the entire population of the Russian Republic.
Volga River - WorldAtlas
Jun 28, 2021 · The Volga River is the longest in Europe and western Russia’s principal waterway. It covers much of the Volga region and stretches 3,530 kilometers from its source in the Valdai Hills to the Caspian Sea, the world’s largest inland water body.
Volga - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
It is Europe 's longest river, with a length of 3,530 kilometres, [14] and forms the core of the largest river system in Europe. It rises in the Valdai Hills of Russia, 225m above sea level north-west of Moscow. The Kama, Oka, Vetluga and the Sura are its main tributaries.
Volga River - New World Encyclopedia
The Volga (Russian: Во́лга) is the longest river in Europe. Situated in Russia, it flows through Central Russia to Southern Russia and into the Caspian Sea. The Volga is widely regarded as the national river of Russia.
Volga River | 7 Natural Wonders of Europe
The Volga River, Europe’s longest and Russia’s iconic waterway, spans a majestic 2,193 miles ( 3,530 km). Flowing through diverse landscapes, the river boasts an impressive average depth of 66 feet (20 m), creating a vital lifeline for the regions it touches.
Volga River summary | Britannica
Europe’s longest river and the principal waterway of western Russia, it rises in the Valdai Hills northwest of Moscow and flows 2,193 mi (3,530 km) southeastward to empty into the Caspian Sea. It is used for power production, irrigation, flood control, and transportation.
VOLGA RIVER - Facts and Details
The Volga River is the longest river in Europe. Draining two thirds of European Russia and nearly a third of Europe and known to Russians as "Mother Volga," it is of great importance and economic value to Russia.
Volga River - Students | Britannica Kids | Homework Help
Europe’s longest river and the principal waterway of Russia, the Volga arises in the Valdai Hills northwest of Moscow and flows southeastward for 2,325 miles (3,740 kilometers) to empty into the Caspian Sea. Known as Mother Volga, it is a symbol of Russia and a …
Volga River - Geology Page
Jun 30, 2014 · The Volga is the longest river in Europe; it is also Europe’s largest river in terms of discharge and watershed. It flows through central Russia and is widely viewed as the national river of Russia.