Navia (river) facts for kids
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View of the Navia River.
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Course of the Navia
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| Country | Spain |
| State | Asturias; Galicia |
| Region | Lugo, Allande, Boal, Coaña, Grandas de Salime, Ibias, Illano, Navia, Pesoz, Villayón |
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| Main source | Lugo |
| River mouth | Bay of Biscay 0 m (0 ft) 43°33′00″N 6°44′00″W / 43.55000°N 6.73333°W |
| Length | 99.4 km (61.8 mi) |
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| Basin size | 2,572 km2 (993 sq mi) |
The Navia River is a cool river in northern Spain. It flows from the south to the north. It starts in Galicia and then moves into the Autonomous Community of Asturias. Finally, it empties into the Bay of Biscay. This happens through a special area called an estuary, which is like a wide river mouth where the river meets the sea. This estuary is known as the Ría de Navia.
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The Navia River begins its journey in the region of Lugo, which is part of Galicia. From there, it travels almost 100 kilometers (about 62 miles) north. It passes through several towns and areas in Asturias. These include places like Allande, Boal, Coaña, and the town of Navia itself. The river's path is important for the communities along its banks.
The River's Journey to the Sea
As the Navia River gets closer to the coast, it widens. This wide part is the estuary, or ría. An estuary is a special place where fresh river water mixes with salty ocean water. It's often home to many different kinds of plants and animals. The Navia River's journey ends when it flows into the big Bay of Biscay, which is part of the Atlantic Ocean.
The Navia River is about 99.4 kilometers (or 61.8 miles) long. That's almost the distance from one end of a big city to another! The area of land that drains water into the Navia River is called its basin. This basin covers a large area of about 2,572 square kilometers (or 993 square miles). This means a lot of rain and smaller streams eventually flow into the Navia.
Rivers like the Navia are very important. They provide water for people, animals, and plants. They can also be used for fun activities like fishing or boating. The Navia River helps shape the landscape and supports the communities that live along its banks in both Galicia and Asturias.
See also
In Spanish: Río Navia para niños
- List of rivers of Spain
- Rivers of Galicia
