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The Lena is one of the three great Siberian rivers that drain into the Arctic Ocean and is the easternmost of the three. It rises near the western shore of Lake Baikal, flows northward for about 4,400 kilometers through Russia, and reaches the Laptev Sea through a large delta in the Sakha Republic. Its basin includes extensive taiga, wetlands, and permafrost landscapes, making it important to Arctic geography and climate research.
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Where does the Lena River begin and where does it end?
The Lena rises near the western shore of Lake Baikal in Russia. It flows north through Siberia and reaches the Laptev Sea through a large Arctic delta.
How long is the Lena River?
The Lena is about 4,400 kilometers long. It is the easternmost of the three great Siberian rivers that drain into the Arctic Ocean.
Which major city is located on the Lena River?
Yakutsk is the best-known major city on the Lena. Important tributaries include the Aldan and Vilyuy rivers.
Why is the Lena River important to Arctic geography?
The river carries freshwater and sediment from Siberia into the Arctic Ocean. Its delta spreads across the Laptev Sea coast and includes extensive permafrost wetlands.
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