The Nile [b] (also known as the Nile River or River Nile) is a major north-flowing river in northeastern Africa. It flows into the Mediterranean Sea. The Nile is the longest river in Africa.

May 18, 2025 · Nile River, the longest river in the world, called the father of African rivers. It rises south of the Equator and flows northward through northeastern Africa to drain into the …

Sep 2, 2009 · The world's longest river, located in Egypt, the Nile flows 4,132 miles (6,650 kilometres) northward to the Mediterranean Sea (a very unusual direction for a river to take). It …

The Nile (iteru in Ancient Egyptian) was the lifeline of the ancient Egyptian civilization, with most of the population and all of the cities of Egypt resting along those parts of the Nile valley lying …

Nov 25, 2024 · The Nile River, often regarded as the lifeblood of Egypt, has played a pivotal role in the history and development of one of the world’s oldest civilizations. Spanning about 6,650 …

Dec 21, 2022 · The Nile, stretching approximately 6,695 kilometers, is commonly acknowledged as the world’s longest river, though debates occasionally arise, with some favoring the …

The Nile (النيل an-nīl) is a river in Africa. It is the longest river on Earth (about 6,650 km or 4,132 miles), though other rivers carry more water. Its longest section starts in Lake Victoria, and …

Jun 11, 2018 · Nile is one of the oldest geographical names in the world, and comes via Latin from ancient Greek, and probably ultimately from Semitic–Hamitic nagal ‘river’. It was called Ar …

Jan 3, 2024 · Discover the source of the Nile with real-life visuals and animated maps. Where does the Nile river begin? As long as 5,000 years ago, the Nile was believed to be a gift from …