The Republic of Tatarstan is distinguished by a large number of rivers. If we take into account everything, even the smallest, then their number reaches about three thousand. Type of food is mostly mixed. In the spring, the rivers of the Republic of Tatarstan often go out of their riverbed, flooding nearby territories. But in summer and autumn there is a significant decrease in water level. However, in particularly rainy years there are short-term floods. In winter, the rivers are covered with ice, as a rule, this happens in early November.
The main large rivers of Tatarstan are the Volga and Kama. Their tributaries also play an equally important role for the entire region.
Volga
The largest and deepest river in Tatarstan is considered the Volga. Its length in the republic totals 177 km. The Volga is one of the few large rivers in the world that does not flow into the ocean. It has at least 300 tributaries, the largest and most important of which are the Oka and Kama. The source of the river is located on the territory of the Valdai Upland, and the mouth is the Caspian Sea. The watercourse takes its origin from a small spring up to 1 m long and 30 cm deep, which is located among marshy lakes. The delta absorbs about 500 branches, its width is more than 30 km. Further Kazan, 85 km into the Volga river flows. Kama, which makes the lower part of the channel very wide. These rivers of Tatarstan are the most important for the region. They are used not only in industry, but also in the tourism sector - boat trips are organized, and numerous recreation centers operate in the coastal zones. On the Volga there are 8 main waterworks, which provide energy for the Volga region and industrial enterprises.
Kama
Kama is the deepest river in the Republic of Tatarstan. It is believed that it flows into the Volga, but there is much debate about this. Some scholars argue that the Kama bed formed earlier. The source of the river is in the region of the Verkhnekamsk Upland. It starts with 4 small streams. A huge number of rivers flow into Kama, the main of which are Vishera, Vyatka and Kelma. In its full-flowing valley, the Nizhnekamsk reservoir is located . It is thanks to him that energy is supplied to a significant part of the Volga region.
On the territory of Tatarstan, the river flows into the Kuibyshev reservoir. In this place, the Tanaev meadows formed, which are part of the national protected park. In addition, the Kama, like many other rivers of Tatarstan, is navigable. It is recognized as a major transport hub in Russia. The nature and landscapes of the coastal area attract a relatively considerable number of tourists. Very often you can meet fishermen who come here for a catch.
Vyatka
Vyatka occupies a leading position in the rating "The Largest Rivers of Tatarstan". It is a right tributary of the river. Kama. In the northern part of Udmurtia, the Yarsky district, there is a source of a river that flows from the Verkhnekamsk Upland. Its channel runs in the region of the Tatar city of Mamadysh. It is here that Vyatka flows into Kama. The interesting thing is that these rivers begin in one hill, after which several kilometers flow in the same direction, almost in parallel, until they turn in different directions: Vyatka - to the west, and Kama - to the east.
The most important tributaries of the river are Cobra and Maloma (right), Kilmez and Cheptsa (left). The Vyatka course is characterized by sharp changes in direction, the channel is meandering along the entire length. The river is rafting, a constant navigable movement is established along almost its entire length.
White
The Belaya River is the most favorite and beautiful water stream of Tatarstan. It is considered the largest left tributary of the Kama. Very often, the names of the rivers of Tatarstan can be heard in the native language of local residents. That is why White is also referred to as Agidel.
In Bashkortostan, near the city of Iremel, its source is located. It is located in a swampy area and exits at the foot of the Avalyak Mountains. The total length of this river is more than 1,400 km. Belaya is characterized by a fast current, sharp slopes, sharp turns, and coastline heterogeneity. In a word, the nature of this watercourse is quite steep. However, when the river flows into it. Ufa, the rapid current turns into a calmer and more measured, which is typical for lowland rivers. The main tributaries can be considered Ufa, Sim, Nugush, Bir. The Belaya River is particularly popular among fishermen and tourists.
Sviyaga
The list of "Large rivers of Tatarstan" also replenishes the Sviyaga watercourse. It is the right tributary of the famous Volga and flows through the territory of the republic. The Tatar name of the river is Zia. It begins in the area of the
Volga Upland, and more precisely in the village of Kuzovatovo. The most interesting thing is that this river has several sources. The second is located in Krasnaya Polyana, and the third is in the village of Baevka. The total length of Sviyaga is more than 370 km, and directly on the territory of Tatarstan - about 205 km. The mouth is located in the Kuibyshev reservoir. This river is characterized by a winding channel, a rugged coastline. Type of food mixed. The river is full in the spring. In the Republic of Tatarstan at the regional level, it is officially recognized as a natural monument.