Old London Bridge: The City Built Over The Thames
Discover the story of Old London Bridge—a medieval city on the Thames with homes, shops, and chapels built atop its arches. A bridge like no other.
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🐟 The Largest Freshwater Fish in the World: the Giants of Our Rivers
Discover the largest freshwater fish in the world—giants like the stingray, arapaima, and sturgeon that rule rivers from the Amazon to the Mekong.
⚡The Earliest Hydropower Dams in the World
Discover the earliest hydropower dams in the world—from Cragside to Niagara and Krka—and how they launched the age of renewable electricity.
The Oldest Dams In The World
Discover the oldest dams in the world—from ancient Jordan to Roman marvels—and how early civilizations shaped rivers for survival and growth.
The Most Regulated Rivers in the World
Discover the most regulated rivers in the world—how dams, levees, and reservoirs have transformed natural flows into engineered waterways.
The Largest Dams in the World
Discover the world’s largest dams—from the colossal Three Gorges in China to towering structures in Tajikistan and the U.S. Explore their scale, purpose, and global significance.
Dam Removal: How Free-Flowing Rivers Are Making a Comeback Worldwide
Discover how dam removal is transforming rivers around the world—restoring fish migration, ecosystems, and natural river flow from the Elwha to the Klamath.
Where Rivers Meet – The Mystery Of Confluences
Discover the fascinating world of river confluences—where rivers meet, colors mix, canyons merge, and naming traditions defy hydrological logic. When two rivers meet, it’s more than just a hydrological event—it’s a dramatic moment in the life of a landscape. Known as a confluence, this natural …
💦 Big Jump: A Continent-Wide Plunge For Europe’s Rivers
Every summer, thousands of people across Europe jump into rivers to demand cleaner waters. Discover the Big Jump movement—what it is, why it matters, and how you can get involved.
What Lies Beneath: Exploring the Underwater River Ecosystem
Discover what lies beneath the surface in rivers—from gravel beds to lush underwater jungles. Explore the diverse world of the underwater river ecosystem.