The Yenisei River is one the longest rivers in Asia, located in central Russia. The soul of Siberia runs from the south to the north across central Siberia. The Yenisei occupies a vast territory where ancient peoples and cultures are found.
Yenisei River is translated from the Evenki language as the “Great River.”
The confluence of the Big and Small Yenisei rivers near the town of Kyzyl is the geographical center of Asia.
The Yenisei has the second largest area of basin among rivers of Russia and Eurasia, and seventh place in the world.
The Yenisei is one of the largest rivers in the world. Its length, from the origins of the Small Yenisei, is 4,287 kilometers long.
The river’s goes to about a depth of 70 meters, making the Yenisei the deepest river in Russia.
The Siberian soul is a clear river, almost free from interference by man.
The river’s waters are rich with oxygen, supporting life.
The Yenisei passes through all the climatic zones of Siberia. In the river’s upper reach one can find camels, while in its lower reaches one can spot polar bears.
Sightseers can enjoy breathtaking landscapes and amusing flora and fauna of the Yenisei River.
