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Siret

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The Siret, also known as Sireth, is a river of Eastern Europe that rises in the Carpathian region of northern Ukraine and flows south through Romania. It joins the Danube near Galați, and most of its drainage basin lies in Romania. The river is about 647 kilometers long in commonly cited Romanian basin data, although published totals vary with the source definition; it is one of the major Ukrainian and Romanian tributary systems of the Danube.

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Where does the Siret River begin and end?

The Siret rises in the Carpathian region of northern Ukraine and flows south entirely through Eastern Europe. It eventually joins the Danube River near the Romanian city of Galați. It is one of the most important tributaries of the Danube system.

How long is the Siret River?

The river is about 647 kilometers long in common measurements. The vast majority of its length and drainage basin lies within the borders of Romania. This makes it one of the longest and most significant waterways in the country.

Which country contains most of the Siret River's drainage basin?

While the river starts in the Carpathian mountains of Ukraine, most of its drainage basin lies in Romania. The river is a vital geographical feature for the eastern Romanian region of Moldavia. It collects water from numerous smaller Romanian rivers along its path.

Does the Siret River connect to the Black Sea?

Yes, the Siret is a direct tributary of the Danube River, joining it near Galați. Since the Danube River eventually empties into the Black Sea, the waters of the Siret ultimately flow there as well. This connection makes it part of one of Europe's largest river basins.

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