World famous river cities

Seine River (Paris, France)

The Seine River is about 700km long, flowing through many administrative regions of France, the most famous being the section flowing through the city of Paris.

The Seine River seen from the Eiffel Tower. Photo: Arcreevy

The Seine River flows through 10 of Paris' 20 arrondissements. There are dozens of bridges across the Seine in the French capital. Each bridge has its own beauty.

Along the riverbanks there are many famous buildings such as the Eiffel Tower (West bank), Notre Dame Cathedral (East bank), Concorde Square, Louvre Museum, Tuileries Garden... The architectural complex on both banks of the Seine River has been recognized by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage.

An ancient architectural work stands tall on the banks of the Seine River. Photo: Gray Line

Neva River (St Petersburg, Russia)

The Neva River is 74km long, flowing from Lake Ladoga through the Karelia Isthmus and the city of St Petersburg (Russia) into the Gulf of Finland. The section flowing through St Petersburg is 28km long.

The architectural complex on the banks of the Neva River was built starting from the 17th-18th centuries, expressing Tsar Peter I the Great's dream of a riverside city that was both convenient for irrigation and harmonious in architecture.

Among the famous architectural works reflecting on the Neva River, there are 3 places that attract great attention from tourists: the Winter Palace, the Summer Palace and Isaacs Cathedral.

The famous open bridge across the Neva River. Photo: Goodwp

Neva River bank. Photo: Saint-Petersburg.com

Winter Palace on the banks of the Neva River.

Danube River (Vienna, Austria)

The Danube River is the second longest river in Europe (after the Volga River in Russia). The river originates in the Black Forest region of Germany and flows through many European countries. Of which, the section of the river flowing through Austria, specifically the capital Vienna, is considered the most beautiful and poetic.

The Danube River divides Vienna into two halves. One half is ancient and historic Vienna, the other half is young, dynamic and modern Vienna.

The Danube River winds through the heart of Vienna.

Famous buildings in Vienna located on the banks of the Danube River include St. Stephen's Cathedral, Schönbrunn Palace... Located between two branches of the Danube River in Vienna is Danube Island - a large area of ​​land for city residents and tourists to organize outdoor recreational activities.

River Thames (London, England)

The poetic Thames River flows through the capital of England and is very famous and has long been a symbol of London.

On the banks of the Thames River is a peaceful and quiet scene, with both ancient and modern architectural works such as Big Ben clock tower, London Eye, London Tower Bridge, Windsor Castle, Eton School - one of the most famous schools in England, St Paul's Cathedral, Tate Modern Museum, Shakespeare's Globe Theatre...

The River Thames seen from above.

Big Ben clock tower and Palace of Westminster.

Huangpu River (Shanghai, China)

The Huangpu River is located in the lower reaches of the Yangtze River, in the inner city of Shanghai (China). This is not only the mother river of Shanghai, but also a miniature image, a typical image representing this city.

Huangpu River seen from above.

The Huangpu River with nine underground tunnels divides Shanghai into two banks, the East and the West. The East bank is splendid and modern, while the West bank is ancient and majestic.

Famous landmarks associated with the Huangpu River include Yangpu Bridge, Nanpu Bridge and Oriental Pearl Radio and Television Tower.

Oriental Pearl TV Tower (right corner).

The two bridges are like two giant dragons across the Huangpu River, with the Oriental Pearl Tower in the middle, creating the painting "Two Dragons Playing with Pearls".

Hudson River (eastern New York state in the United States)is a 315 mile (507 km) long river.

Statue of Liberty on Ellis Island

The river originates in the Adirondack Mountains of Upstate New York and flows south through the Hudson Valley to Upper New York Bay between New York City and Jersey City, eventually entering the Atlantic Ocean at New York Harbor. At its southern end, the Hudson serves as the political boundary between the states of New Jersey and New York. Further north, the river forms the local boundary between several New York counties...

The skyscrapers with unique designs bring a sense of splendor and awe. The famous Empire State Building, shaped like a pencil and standing at 102 stories, is the heart of the city.