Three gorges, Yangtze river, Adobe Stock, by Jakub.it
World Rivers Day
Yangtze River
By: Katelin Kukk
Known as Asia’s longest river, or the world’s 3rd longest river, the Yangtze River stretches more than halfway across China. It begins in the Tibetan Mountains and ends at the East China Sea, flowing West to East.
The Yangtze River provides half of the fish eaten in China as well as two thirds of rice. It contributes to almost half of their economy. Sadly, the river is extremely polluted, and the variety of wildlife is suffering because of it. The Yangtze River dolphin is thought to be extinct within the area.
The river also serves as a reminder that civilization began almost 2 million years ago along the banks. The Yangtze River was important to the some of the first dynasties due to it supporting life but also naturally separating boundaries between the clans.
Overall, the river was vital to China’s history and is still important to their society, providing food, jobs, and contributing to their economy.
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