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Tagus

Imagine a super-long river that snakes across a whole country and flows all the way to the big, blue ocean!

Images

The Alcántara Bridge built over the Tagus River between 104 and 106 AD by a man named Caius Julius Lacer, and dedicated to the Roman emperor Trajan, Spain

The Alcántara Bridge built over the Tagus River between 104 and 106 AD by a man named Caius Julius Lacer, and dedicated to the Roman emperor Trajan, Spain

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Tagus River, Lisbon
Tague with the Department Chair
A small harbour in the Tagus river
Bridge Tagus April 2009-1a
Lisbon from Tagus River
Biserica reformată din Tagu BN 01
Tagus Valles
Lisbon - Sail Freighter in Tagus
Man walking by Tagus
California Tourist Map at Tagus Ranch Restaurant
Lisboa seen on Tagus (Tejo)

Key Facts

Location
Starts in Spain, flows to Portugal and the Atlantic Ocean.
Length
1,007 kilometers (626 miles).
Main City
Lisbon, Portugal.
Fun Fact
The Tagus has different names in Spain (Tajo) and Portugal (Tejo)!

Meet the Mighty Tagus!

The Tagus is a super-duper long river, the longest one on a big piece of land called the Iberian Peninsula. It starts its journey way up high in some mountains in Spain. Think of it like a tiny trickle of water that gets bigger and bigger as it flows. It travels for a really long time, about as long as it takes to walk to school and back many, many times!

A River's Big Adventure!

This amazing river doesn't just stay in one place. It flows generally towards the west, like a winding path on a map. It's so long that it crosses different kinds of lands, from mountains to flatter areas. Finally, after its long journey, the Tagus reaches the giant Atlantic Ocean. It's like the river is saying 'Hello!' to the sea!

What's in a Name?

Did you know that the Tagus has different names in different places? In Spain, people call it the Tajo. But when it flows into Portugal, it becomes the Tejo! It's like having a secret nickname. Even though the name changes, it's still the same super-long river on a big adventure.

A River for Everyone!

Rivers are super important for people and animals. They give us water to drink and places to live. The Tagus has been a friend to people for a very, very long time. It helps carry things and makes the land around it green and healthy. It's a natural wonder that connects different places and people.

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