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The Origin of the Yenisei River<\/h2>\n

The Yenisei River, also known as Russia’s Yenisey or Yenisey River, is undoubtedly one of the longest and most important rivers in the world. Even though the exact source of the river is still heavily disputed, it is believed to originate from the Tuul River, a source from the lakes Khövsgöl in Mongolia. From there, it flows through western and central Siberia, spanning some 3,445 miles and making it the fifth-largest river in all of Asia and Europe.<\/p>\n

The Yenisei River has more than 20 tributaries, most notably the Angara River. It is believed that the Khövsgöl Lake, which is the primary source of the Yenisei River, is arguably the most ancient lake in the world, given its impressive size and history. Notably, its origin is linked to the Quaternary period, which links it to landforms that have existed since the last ice age.<\/p>\n

Moreover, the Yenisei River is home to 38 fish species, making it a vital natural resource. It is so important that it has actually been proposed as a UNESCO heritage site, alongside its famous neighbouring river, the Angara. It is also home to various species of birds, including swans, pelicans, and even geese.<\/p>\n

One of the most important features of the Yenisei River is its hydroelectric power capacity, which is unequalled compared to the other rivers in Russia. The Sayano-Shushenskaya dam is Russia’s largest and first hydroelectric station, located on the Yenisei River. Furthermore, it has been estimated that the hydroelectric power resources of the Yenisei River have a capacity of more than 40,000 MW, making it one of the most power stations in the world.<\/p>\n