Selegua River facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Seleguá River |
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| Native name | Río Seleguá (Spanish) |
| Countries | Guatemala and Mexico |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Guatemala (Huehuetenango) 2,200 m (7,200 ft) 15°16′19″N 91°27′10″W / 15.271848°N 91.452856°W |
| River mouth | Presa de La Angostura in Chiapas |
| Length | 102 km (63 mi) |
The Seleguá River is a cool river that flows through two countries. It starts high up in the mountains of Guatemala. Then, it travels north until it reaches Mexico. This river is an important part of the landscape in both countries.
About the Seleguá River
The Seleguá River gets its start in the highlands of Huehuetenango. This area is in Guatemala. The river begins in a mountain range called Sierra de los Cuchumatanes. From there, it flows towards the north.
Where Does It Flow?
The river continues its journey north. It crosses the border from Guatemala into Mexico. Once in Mexico, the Seleguá River keeps flowing. It eventually empties into a very large artificial lake. This lake is called the Presa de La Angostura. It is one of Mexico's biggest man-made lakes.
River Facts
The part of the Seleguá River that is in Guatemala is about 102 kilometers (63 miles) long. That's like driving for an hour on a highway! The area of land that drains into the Seleguá River in Guatemala is also quite large. It covers about 1,535 square kilometers (593 square miles). This area is called the river basin.
See also
In Spanish: Río Seleguá para niños
