The Nile River in Egypt is the longest river on Earth stretching over 6650 kilometers and it has been essential to Egypt for more than 5000 years; in other words, it has been Egypt’s lifeline since ancient times.
When someone says Egypt most of people instantly think of pyramids, pharaohs and ancient Egyptian civilization but none of it would exist without the Nile River Valley because it is not just any river it is the thing that made civilization possible here thousands of years ago.
This river has done it all starting from helping farmers grow crops to connecting people through trade. And in fact, many say that "Egypt is the gift of the Nile" and when you learn more about it you will totally understand why.
Let’s explore everything about this amazing river such as its geography and history and also its wildlife and why it still matters today.