Vennaaru River facts for kids
The Vennaaru River is like a smaller arm of the big Kaveri River in southern India. It flows through two important cities in Tamil Nadu: Trichy and Thanjavur.
The Vennaaru River: A Lifeline
The Vennaaru is a special river because it's a tributary. This means it's a smaller river or stream that flows into a larger river, like a branch joining a main tree trunk. For many years, the Vennaaru has been super important for the people living near it.
Where It Flows
This river starts its journey from the mighty Kaveri River. It then travels through the flat lands of Tamil Nadu, helping to water the farms and support the towns along its path. The areas around Trichy and Thanjavur rely on its water for growing crops.
A River with History
Long, long ago, during the time of the powerful Chola dynasty, the Vennaaru River was even more important. The Chola kings were famous for their amazing building projects and smart ways of managing water. One of these kings, Parantaka I, made the Vennaaru even bigger and better. He had a part of the river dug out and expanded.
In those ancient times, the Vennaaru wasn't just for watering fields. People also used it for water transportation. Imagine boats carrying goods and people up and down the river! It was like an old highway, helping the Chola Kingdom connect different places and move things around easily.
Images for kids
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The Vennaaru River flowing peacefully.
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Green paddy fields getting water from the Vennaaru River.
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The Vennaaru River.
