Gualeguaychú River facts for kids
The Gualeguaychú River is an important river in Argentina. It flows through the province of Entre Ríos. In Spanish, its name is Río Gualeguaychú. This river is well-known because it passes by the city of Gualeguaychú.
About the Gualeguaychú River
The Gualeguaychú River begins in the central-eastern part of Entre Ríos province. It starts in an area called the Colón Department. From there, the river flows mainly towards the south.
Where Does It Flow?
As the river travels south, it passes by the city of Gualeguaychú. This city is quite famous for its carnival celebrations. After flowing past the city, the Gualeguaychú River eventually joins a much larger river. It empties into the Uruguay River. The Uruguay River is one of the major rivers in South America.
What is a Drainage Basin?
Every river collects water from a specific area of land. This area is called its drainage basin (or watershed). Imagine it like a giant funnel that gathers all the rain and smaller streams. For the Gualeguaychú River, its drainage basin covers a large area. This area is about 6,693 square kilometres (2,584 sq mi). This means a lot of water flows into the Gualeguaychú River from this region.
See also
In Spanish: Río Gualeguaychú para niños 
