TAPAJÓS RIVER


Meaning of TAPAJÓS RIVER in English

River, northern Brazil.

Formed by the confluence of the Teles Pires and the Juruena rivers, it flows northeast to empty into the Amazon River just above Santarém after a course of about 400 mi (650 km). Though interrupted by rapids, its entire length is navigable. Several important rubber plantations lie along its banks.

Britannica Concise Encyclopedia.      Краткая энциклопедия Британика.