The Nile River
The Nile River brought life to the desert of Egypt, on its banks the ancient Egyptians built one of the greatest ancient civilisations. It was referred to as either 'The River' or 'The Great River'. It is the longest river in Africa and, in fact, the World (over 4,000 metres long). It starts in the highlands of central Africa. It flows through Egypt and into the Mediterranean sea, and it was the main source of water, and the annual flooding (during the rainy season) brought nutrients and minerals that made the soil fertile and perfect for farming. It left a layer of silt and brought good harvests and wealth along with it. It was also used to transport goods and armies. It is what made Ancient Egypt what it was. It played an extremely important role in the lives of the people and the society of Ancient Egypt, and the civilisation would undoubtedly have not been the same without it.