Vrbanja river facts for kids
Quick facts for kids VrbanjaВрбањa |
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The Vrbanja in Čelinac in wintertime
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| Country | Bosnia and Herzegovina |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Vlašić 1,520 m (4,990 ft) |
| River mouth | Vrbas 164 m (538 ft) 44°46′44″N 17°13′12″E / 44.77889°N 17.22000°E |
| Length | 70.5 km (43.8 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| Progression | Vrbas→ Sava→ Danube→ Black Sea |
The Vrbanja (Врбањa) is an important river located in the western part of Bosnia and Herzegovina. It's one of the biggest rivers that flows into the Vrbas river from its right side. The Vrbanja river is known for its potential to generate hydropower, which means it could be used to create electricity.
The area of land that drains into the Vrbanja river, called its drainage basin, covers about 703.5 square kilometers. This is a large area where all the rain and melted snow eventually flow into the Vrbanja. The exact length of the Vrbanja river can vary a bit depending on how it's measured, but it's usually said to be between 84 and 95.4 kilometers long.
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Where Does the Vrbanja River Start and End?
The Vrbanja river begins its journey high up in the mountains. It starts on the slopes of the Vlašić Mountain, which is a beautiful and tall mountain in Bosnia and Herzegovina. From there, it flows downhill, collecting water from many smaller streams and rivers.
After traveling for many kilometers, the Vrbanja river eventually joins a much larger river called the Vrbas. The Vrbas river then flows into the Sava river, which is one of the biggest rivers in Europe. The Sava river then joins the mighty Danube river, and finally, the Danube empties into the Black Sea. So, the water from the Vrbanja river travels a very long way to reach the sea!
What Are the Main Rivers That Join the Vrbanja?
The Vrbanja river gets its water from many smaller rivers and streams. These are called its tributaries. They flow down from several mountains, including Vlašić, Čemernica, Borja, and Uzlomac.
Some of the most important tributaries that join the Vrbanja from its right side are:
- Bobovica
- Lopača
- Trnovac
- Crkvenica
- Stopanska rijeka
- Kruševica
- Jezerka
- Bosanka
- Jošavka
And here are some of the key tributaries that join the Vrbanja from its left side:
- Čudnić
- Kovačevića potok
- Ćorkovac
- Demićka
- Sadika
- Grabovička rijeka
- Duboka river
- Vigošća/Vigošta
- Cvrcka
- Jakotina
All these smaller rivers and streams help to make the Vrbanja a strong and important river in the region.
Places Along the Vrbanja River
The Vrbanja river flows through or near several towns and villages. These places often rely on the river for water, and the river's valley provides fertile land for farming. Some of the notable places along the Vrbanja include:
These communities are part of the river's story, as people have lived along the Vrbanja for a very long time, using its resources and enjoying its natural beauty.
Images for kids
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The Vrbanja in Čelinac in wintertime
See also
Want to learn more about the Vrbanja River in another language? Check out the article in Spanish: Río Vrbanja para niños
