Mekong River
The first one in Top 10 Longest Rivers in Vietnam that Toplist would like to introduce to you is Mekong River. The Mekong River is one of the world's largest rivers and one of Vietnam's longest rivers. The Mekong River flows from China's Tibetan Plateau through Laos, Thailand, Myanmar, Cambodia, and Vietnam. The Mekong River splits into two tributaries near Phnom Penh. On the right is the Ba Thac River (also known as the Hau Giang or Hau River in Vietnam); on the left is the Mekong (in Vietnam called Tien Giang or Tien River). Both of these rivers flow into southern Vietnam's vast delta region. Currently, the Mekong River is the longest river that flows through the territory of Vietnam.
The Mekong River is essential to the people of the Southern Delta. It contributes significantly to economic development, for example:
- It aids in the regulation of water resources in the countries through which it flows.
- Aids in flow regulation.
- Managing agricultural water sources.
- Production of hydroelectricity.
- Bring back a plentiful supply of seafood.
- Compensation for alluvial deposits.
- Water transportation is convenient.
The Mekong River, with its unique roles, is vital to the Vietnamese economy. The Mekong Delta, in particular. Not only is the Mekong River Vietnam's longest river, but it also serves as a haven for a wide range of ecosystems across the country, all of which must be protected.
Length: 4,350 km (2,700 mi- shared with 5 other countries)
