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MCQs on rivers of Portugal

 

River Name Length Origin Major Features Significance
Tejo River ~ 1,007 km Serra da Estrela Longest river in Portugal; flows into the Atlantic Ocean at Lisbon Vital for transportation, irrigation, and hydropower
Douro River ~ 897 km Sierra de la Roca Known for its vineyards; flows through Porto, famous for Port wine Important for wine production and tourism
Guadiana River ~ 744 km Sierra de Cuenca Forms part of the border with Spain; flows into the Atlantic Ocean Key for agriculture and water supply
Mondego River ~ 234 km Serra da Estrela Flows through Coimbra; known for its natural beauty Significant for recreation and irrigation
Sado River ~ 180 km Serra da Arrábida Flows into the Atlantic near Setúbal; known for its dolphin population Important for fishing and local ecology
Zêzere River ~ 130 km Serra da Estrela A tributary of the Tejo; known for its scenic landscapes Crucial for hydropower and agriculture
Cávado River ~ 112 km Serra do Gerês Flows through Braga; known for its beauty and tourism potential Supports agriculture and local communities
Tâmega River ~ 130 km Serra do Alvão A tributary of the Douro; important for hydropower Supports agriculture and regional ecosystems
Bastão River ~ 50 km Mountains of Funchal Flows through Madeira; significant for local ecosystems Important for biodiversity and agriculture
Paiva River ~ 107 km Serra de Montemuro Known for its natural beauty; a tributary of the Douro Popular for recreational activities and tourism
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