The Nile[b] (also known as the Nile River or River Nile) is an important river in Africa that flows northwards into the Mediterranean Sea. At roughly 6,650 km (4,130 mi) long, it is often ranked the …

Nov 8, 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 Mediterranean Sea.

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 was considered …

Dec 11, 2025 · The Nile's source was a mystery for millennia due to its incredibly complex basin, challenging terrain, , limited exploration tech, and political/cultural factor.

Dec 10, 2025 · Explore the Nile River map, its location in Africa, countries it flows through, major cities, and why the Nile shaped ancient and modern Egypt.

Jul 31, 2025 · The Nile River is the longest river in the world, flowing through northeastern Africa and culture, and agriculture for thousands of years.

The Nile is one of the world's great waterways, at 4,180 miles (6,695 kilometers) generally regarded as the longest river in the world and among the most culturally significant natural formations in human …

Oct 24, 2025 · The Nile River is a major north flowing river in northeastern Africa, generally regarded as the longest river in the world. Explore its map, source of the Nile, location, and its history in ancient …

May 8, 2025 · The Nile River flows over 6,800 kilometers (4,000 miles) before emptying into the Mediterranean Sea. For thousands of years, the river has provided a source of irrigation to transform …

Nile A dhow crossing the Nile near Aswan Map of the Nile The Nile is this huge river, I think its the longest one anywhere, going more than 6600 kilometers across northeastern Africa. It starts up in …