Description:
The Saraswati River is a major river in India. It rises in the Himalayas in the state of Uttarakhand and flows eastward for 1,476 km to enter the Bay of Bengal. The river has a total drainage area of about 1,540,000 km2, about a tenth of India's total area. The river is the longest in India and the third longest in the world. The river has a wide and varied course, passing through the plains of Uttar Pradesh, the Gangetic Plain, and the Thar Desert. The river has a significant role in the Hindu religion and culture. The river is also known for its salmon and trout.
