Sozh

Sozh is a river in Eastern Europe. It flows through Russia, Belarus, and Ukraine. The Sozh River is a tributary of the Dnieper River. It originates in the Smolensk Oblast of Russia and flows southwest through Belarus. In Belarus, the river passes through the cities of Gomel and Rechitsa. It then enters Ukraine and empties into the Dnieper near the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone. The length of the Sozh River is approximately 648 kilometers. Its basin covers an area of about 75,000 square kilometers. The river is navigable for much of its length, and it plays an important role in transportation and industry in the region. The Sozh is also a significant source of water for agriculture and domestic use. The river's course is characterized by a relatively flat landscape, with numerous tributaries joining it along the way. Its waters are used for hydroelectric power generation in some areas. The Sozh River's ecosystem supports a variety of flora and fauna. Historically, the river has been a vital trade route and a site of settlement for centuries.