Saigon River facts for kids
The Saigon River (called Sông Sài Gòn in Vietnamese) is an important river in Vietnam. It starts near the country of Cambodia, in an area called Lake Dau Tieng.
The river flows south for about 150 kilometers (about 93 miles). Many rivers in the Mekong Delta region are connected by canals. This system of rivers and canals in southern Vietnam is very helpful for moving goods by boat. The river also provides water for many businesses and farms.
The Saigon River has a big port in Ho Chi Minh City. The river ends just after the Phu My Bridge (called Cầu Phú Mỹ in Vietnamese). Here, the Saigon River joins two other rivers, the Nha Be and Dong Nai rivers. The lower part of the river is on a flat area that can flood easily. This means the water level changes with the ocean tides. Ho Chi Minh City often experiences floods in some areas, either from high tides or heavy rain.
River Life
The river system is home to many different kinds of fish. Recently, the government has released native fish back into the river to help increase their numbers. People also farm fish, shrimp, and snails in the river, which are popular foods.
Images for kids
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The recently-opened Thu Thiem 2 Bridge connects the Thủ Thiêm New Urban Area with District 1's downtown.
See also
In Spanish: Río Saigón para niños
