Indus

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Indus	The Indus is a major river in Asia that flows through China, India, and Pakistan. It is known for being the cradle of the Indus Valley Civilization. The Indus River, stretching 3,180 kilometers, originates in the Tibet region of China, flows through Ladakh in India, and then continues into Pakistan where it empties into the Arabian Sea. This river is vital for the irrigation of agricultural lands and the sustenance of local populations. The Indus Valley Civilization, which thrived between 3300 and 1300 BCE, was one of the world's earliest major civilizations. It was notable for its advancements in urban planning, architecture, and hydraulic engineering.

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The Indus is a major river in Asia that flows through China, India, and Pakistan. It is known for being the cradle of the Indus Valley Civilization.

The Indus River, stretching 3,180 kilometers, originates in the Tibet region of China, flows through Ladakh in India, and then continues into Pakistan where it empties into the Arabian Sea. This river is vital for the irrigation of agricultural lands and the sustenance of local populations. The Indus Valley Civilization, which thrived between 3300 and 1300 BCE, was one of the world's earliest major civilizations. It was notable for its advancements in urban planning, architecture, and hydraulic engineering.