description Tejen River Overview
The Tejen River, also called the Hari Rud or Harirud, is a transboundary river that rises in central Afghanistan and flows west and north through Afghanistan toward Iran and Turkmenistan. Parts of its lower course form borders between Afghanistan and Iran and between Iran and Turkmenistan; in Turkmenistan it is known as the Tejen before disappearing in or near the Karakum Desert. The river supports irrigation and settlements, including the agricultural area around Herat and the Tejen oasis.
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What other name is used for the Tejen River?
The Tejen River is also called the Hari Rud or Harirud. It rises in central Afghanistan and continues toward Iran and Turkmenistan.
Which countries does the Tejen River cross or border?
The river flows from Afghanistan toward Iran and Turkmenistan. Parts of its lower course form borders between Afghanistan and Iran and between Iran and Turkmenistan.
Where does the Tejen River begin?
It rises in central Afghanistan. From there it flows generally west and north toward the lower course shared with neighboring countries.
Why is the Tejen River considered transboundary?
Its course passes through more than one country and includes international border sections. The lower river is especially important because it helps define borders involving Afghanistan, Iran, and Turkmenistan.
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