The Tigris is a major river in Western Asia and a part of the larger Tigris-Euphrates river system. It is known for its historical and cultural significance and role in developing early human settlements.
The Tigris is approximately 1,850 km (1,150 miles) long, making it the 24th longest river in the world.
It originates in the Taurus Mountains of eastern Turkey and flows south through Iraq to the Persian Gulf.
The Tigris is one of the two great rivers of Mesopotamia, along with the Euphrates.
The Tigris and Euphrates rivers are often referred to as the "cradle of civilization" as they played a key role in developing early human settlements.
Tributaries, including the Diyala, the Little Zab, and the Great Zab rivers, feed the Tigris.
The Tigris has been used for irrigation for thousands of years, and the ancient city of Babylon was built along its banks.
The Tigris is also used for hydroelectric power generation, and there are several dams built on it, including the Mosul Dam in Iraq and the Atatürk Dam in Turkey.
The Tigris is home to a diverse range of fish species, including the giant barb and the silver carp.
The Tigris river faces many environmental issues, such as water shortages and pollution caused by human activities and climate change.
The Tigris river has been a source of conflict in recent years between Turkey, Syria, and Iraq over the use and control of its water resources.
