From Spree to the Kenai, through Colombia, India and many other countries, one must take a trip through the most beautiful rivers in the world. You can see these rivers are from the ancient civilization and are the backbones. These banks of the rivers has revealed most of the oldest, whether they are small or large.
Find here about the 10 Most Beautiful Rivers in the World.
1. Spree, Germany
Flowing through the states of Saxony, Brandenburg and Berlin in Germany, the River Spree displays on its bank’s beautiful medieval architecture. In the final stretch, Spree passes through the city of Berlin. If you are in Germany on vacation, we recommend the river cruise “Trip on the River Spree”.
2. Ganges, India
The holy Ganges of India is clear like crystals and you can find it in Varanasi and Rishikesh – The most popular destinations to visit Ganges. It is said that one should take a dip into Ganges once in a life to wash all the sins. The Ganga Aarti is one of the most spiritual ceremonies to attend whenever you are there. You can see lots of activities near the river like people taking bath, stroll around the ghats, cremations, holy man (Sadhu) etc. If you visit this destination in a luxurious way, then The Indian Panorama Journey of Maharaja Express Train takes you there and makes you the best experience that you never have.
3. Kenai, Alaska
This beautiful river is famous for rafting and fishing. Once you visit it, you will realize why it is dubbed the “Alaska Playground”. Wildlife, fishing, bird watching, gourmet restaurants, shopping, white water rafting are just a few of the attractions available.
4. Cano Cristales, Colombia
Cano Cristales is an incredible river whose colourful underwater plants give a magnificent appearance. From bright red to dark green passing through the orange blending with the blue water of the river creating a magic in the water that attracts tourists from all over the world. The best time to visit this river is from June to mid-December.
5. Douro, Portugal
One of the most beautiful rivers in the world, the Douro is a rather understated river in Europe. If you spend some time crossing the river you will be impressed by its hidden beauty and charm. Wine houses, bridges, historic architecture and hilltop villages are just a few of the attractions to be seen along the Douro River.
6. Irrawaddy, Burma
Sometimes also known as the Ayeyarwady River by the Burmese, this breathtaking river flows from north to south through Myanmar. It starts from the though confluence of the N’mai and Mali rivers and flows south through the delta of the Irrawaddy River to though Andaman Sea. The famous poet Rudyard Kipling spent a few years on the Irrawaddy River and, upon his return to England, wrote a poem called “Mandalay”.
7. Reno, Flows through Europe
The most picturesque rivers in Europe flow through six countries – Austria, Germany, France, Liechtensetin, Holland and Switzerland. Thanks to its wonderful waterways there are numerous cruise companies that offer various types of cruises to show beauty and history lined the banks of the Rhine. This river ends in the North Sea, in the Netherlands.
8. Danube Flows through Europe
The beautiful Danube is celebrated as one of the largest rivers in Europe. The Danube flows through rolling hills, lush green vineyards and medieval castles that contribute to the charm of the river. It is not without reason that this European river has been an inspiration for music, novels and poems. Centuries-old towns along the banks of this beauty add to the fascination of the Danube, which traverses nine European countries.
9. Mekong, Southeast Asia
The Meong River is one of the largest rivers in Asia. It crosses six countries, including China, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam, before reaching the East Sea. The beauty of this river has attracted people for a long time – formerly it used to be creative people looking for inspiration and nowadays it is the tourists who want a piece of the memory of the Meong and therefore boo the delta cruises. Siem Reap, Angkor Wat and Ho Chi Minh City are some of the most popular stops along this beautiful river.
10. Volga, Russia
The stunning Volga is the largest river in Europe. The Volga is so large that a third of the Russian population – 50 million people – lives in its basin. Rising from the hills of Valdai, northwest of Moscow, the river descends like a bow for more than 3,500 kilometers before emptying into the Caspian Sea. The Volga is huge and a wildlife preserve. If the Volga’s wildlife does not interest you, the lovely views will surely surprise you.
