Itaya River facts for kids
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A view of the Itaya River from the city of Iquitos
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| Other name(s) | Río Itaya |
| Country | Peru |
| City | Iquitos |
| Physical characteristics | |
| River mouth | 3°42′0″S 73°15′0″W / 3.70000°S 73.25000°W |
| Length | 213 km (132 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| River system | Amazon Basin |
| Basin size | 2,668 km2 (1,030 sq mi) 2,530 km2 (980 sq mi) |
The Itaya River is a river in northern Peru. It flows into the Amazon River through the Nanay River. The Itaya River runs right next to the city of Iquitos and the Belén area.
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About the Itaya River
The Itaya River is an important waterway in the Amazon Basin. It is about 213 kilometers (132 miles) long. The river helps connect many communities in the region.
Where is the Itaya River located?
The Itaya River is found in northern Peru. It flows past the city of Iquitos. This city is a major port in the Peruvian Amazon. The river also passes by the Belén district.
What is special about the Itaya River?
In Iquitos, there is a special walkway called Malecón Tarapacá. It is a riverwalk and a breakwater. From here, you can look out over the Itaya River. North of this area is another spot called Malecón Maldonado.
The Itaya River even has a plant named after it! A type of fan palm called Itaya was first found on the river's banks. This shows how important the river is to the local plant life.
Floods and their impact
Sometimes, the Itaya River can flood. In 2012, big floods happened in the Amazon, Itaya, and Nanay Rivers. These floods caused about 80,000 people to lose their homes.
In April 2015, heavy rain made the Itaya River swell again. This caused parts of the Iquitos–Nauta highway to collapse. The road broke in four different places. This shows how powerful the river can be.
See also
In Spanish: Río Itaya para niños
Images for kids
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The Itaya River near Iquitos
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A beautiful sunset over the Itaya River
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Children playing football near the Itaya River
