Arqa River
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River in Lebanon
| Arqa River | |
|---|---|
| Map | |
| Location | |
| Country | Lebanon |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Mouth | |
• location | Mediterranean Sea |
• coordinates | 34°33′03′′N 35°59′26′′E / 34.55088°N 35.99065°E / 34.55088; 35.99065 |
| Length | 25 km (16 mi) |
Arqa River (Arabic: نهر عرقا) is a river in the northen part of Lebanon.[1] It originates from the barren lands of Akkar, passing through a number of towns in the Akkar district before reaching the Mediterranean. It's basin area covers approximately 143 km2. It is a seasonal river with run-off lasting only a few months per year.[2]
The river encompasses 23 major villages and towns, including Akkar El-Atika, Tekrit, and Rahbeh.
References
[edit ]- ^ "4 أنهار أساسية في عكار مُهملة!". IMLebanon. 2024年01月25日. Retrieved 2024年10月27日.
- ^ LBTAdmin (2021年04月06日). "Down by the River". Lebanon Traveler. Retrieved 2025年01月28日.
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