Vichada River facts for kids
The Vichada River (Spanish: Río Vichada, Spanish pronunciation: [ˈri.o βiˈ tʃaða]) is a blackwater river in the country of Colombia, South America. It flows into the Orinoco River.
Quick facts for kids Vichada River |
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| Country | Colombia |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Length | 580 km (360 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| Basin size | 26,212 km2 (10,121 sq mi) |
The eastward course of the Vichada is offset by an impact structure, called the Vichada Structure. The structure is most likely the largest impact structure in South America.
See also
In Spanish: Río Vichada para niños
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