Naya River facts for kids
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Naya River
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 Mouth location in Colombia
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| Country | Colombia |
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| River mouth | Pacific Ocean 0 m (0 ft) 3°18′30″N 77°29′11″W / 3.308349°N 77.486502°W |
The Naya River (called Río Naya in Spanish) is an important river in Colombia. It flows all the way to the Pacific Ocean. This river is known for its beautiful natural areas and the communities that live along its banks.
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About the Naya River
The Naya River is about 120 kilometres (75 mi) (about 75 miles) long. It is one of the main rivers that flows from the western mountains of Colombia towards the Pacific Ocean. The river starts high up in the Cerro Naya mountain range.
Where the River Flows
As the Naya River flows, it passes through the municipality of Buenos Aires, Cauca. Further down, it forms a natural border between two important areas: the Valle del Cauca and Cauca departments.
On its left side, you can find the municipality of Buenaventura, Valle del Cauca. On its right side is the municipality of López de Micay, Cauca.
River Branches and Islands
Near the ocean, the Naya River splits into two different branches. These two branches create an island in the middle, which is called Ají Island. This island is located right before the river empties into the Pacific Ocean.
Nature Around the River
The Naya River forms the southern edge of the Farallones de Cali National Park. This park is a protected area with lots of wildlife and plants.
The area where the river meets the ocean has many large groups of mangrove trees. These mangroves are part of a bigger natural area called the Esmeraldes-Pacific Colombia mangroves. Mangroves are special trees that grow in salty water and are very important for the environment. They provide homes for many animals and help protect the coast.
The Naya River also has smaller rivers that flow into it. These are called tributaries. Two of its tributaries are the Agua Clara River and the Canayero River.
See also
In Spanish: Río Naya para niños
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