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Bookmark or Share- Jul 21, 1970 CE: Aswan Dam Completed - National Geographic SocietyLearn about the history and impact of the Aswan Dam, which was finished on July 21, 1970. The dam created Lake Nasser, a huge reservoir that displaced thousands of people and submerged ancient sites.
- Beyond King Tut: An Educational Companion - National Geographic SocietyThe Nile River flows from south to north, and the ancient Egyptians divided their country into the “Two Lands.” Lower Egypt was in the north and ended in the Nile Delta. Upper Egypt was in the south.
- Understanding Rivers - National Geographic SocietyA river is a large, natural stream of flowing water that carries water from land to ocean. Learn about the anatomy, features, and importance of rivers, and how they shape the landscape and the water cycle.
- Delta - Education | National Geographic SocietyA delta is a wetland that forms as a river deposits sediment into another body of water, such as an ocean, lake, or another river. Learn about the types, features, and ecology of deltas, and see examples of famous deltas around the world.
- Seven Wonders of the Ancient World - EducationLearn about the seven structures that were celebrated as wonders of human achievement in ancient times, from the Great Pyramid to the Colossus of Rhodes. Discover their history, features, and fate in this article with images and vocabulary.
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