🏞️ Longest River: The Nile
3rd Grade 🏆 World Records
The Nile in Africa is usually called the longest river in the world — about 4,130 miles long.
Flowing north
The Nile flows north through 11 countries and empties into the Mediterranean Sea in Egypt. Ancient Egyptians built their whole civilization along its banks.
A close race
Some scientists measure the Amazon in South America as slightly longer. The Amazon carries far more water than any other river.
Quick quiz
Which river is usually called the longest?
Into which sea does the Nile flow?
Which river carries the most water?