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Kan (river)

In this article, we will delve into the fascinating world of Kan (river), exploring its different facets, characteristics and meaning in today's society. From its impact on history to its relevance in the contemporary world, Kan (river) has captured the attention of scholars, experts, and enthusiasts alike. Along these lines, we will address its origins, evolution and its influence in fields as diverse as culture, technology, science and the arts. In order to fully understand the scope of Kan (river), we will dive into a detailed analysis that will shed light on its importance within different contexts and its relevance in everyday life.

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Kan
Map
Location
CountryRussia
Physical characteristics
MouthYenisey
 • coordinates
56°30′43″N 93°47′28″E / 56.512°N 93.791°E / 56.512; 93.791
Length629 km (391 mi)
Basin size36,900 km2 (14,200 sq mi)
Basin features
ProgressionYeniseyKara Sea

The Kan (Russian: Кан) river is a right tributary of the Yenisey in Krasnoyarsk Krai, Siberia, Russia. It is 629-kilometre (391 mi) long and drains a basin of 36,900 square kilometres (14,200 mi2).[1] Its valley forms the southern boundary of the Yenisey Range.[2]

Course

The headwaters of the river rise in the Sayan Mountains and flow from there in a northerly direction through Kansk and then in a westerly direction through Zelenogorsk, entering Yenisei at Ust-Kan, 69 kilometres (43 mi) north-east of Krasnoyarsk.

Basin of the Yenisei

See also

References

  1. ^ "Река КАН in the State Water Register of Russia". textual.ru (in Russian).
  2. ^ Енисейский кряж, Great Soviet Encyclopedia

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