Well, if you are asked that what is the water of any river, sea or lake, then what can be your answer? Perhaps your answer is that the water of a river, sea, etc. can be white, blue or muddy. But if you are told that there is such a river in the world whose water is not white, blue or muddy but red or pink, then what can be your answer.

Yes, there is such a river in the world whose water is red in colour. Thousands of people arrive almost every day to see this river and walk around it. This river is in discussion in the last several days. Let's know about this river.

In which country is the Red River?

The river about which we have been referring to you is not present in any other country but in Peru. Yes, this river is a center of attraction for Peru as well as other countries. Every day thousands of people come here to visit. There is a place in Peru named Rainbow Mountain Vinicunca, at this place is the Red River.

Why is river water red?

There are many interesting stories behind why the water of this river is red. Many people believe that there is not one but many mineral substances in the mountains and valleys present here, due to which the water of this river itself turns red. Apart from this, many people also believe that the mountain present here is red sandstone and when water falls, the water here becomes red or pink in color.

When does the color of water change?

People believe that the water of this river is not always red. When it rains and the rain water falls on the red sandy soil or stone, its flow is sometimes fast, the water of the river spreads far and wide. It is said that in other seasons the water of this river is dirty and brown which is not known to be seen, but whenever it rains lakhs of people reach.

Can you swim in this water?

However, the author has no claim about bathing or swimming in this water. But many people believe that swimming in this red river is not illegal. Many people believe that many people take a dip in this river during the rainy season. Another fact is that there is not one red but two. First Rainbow Mountain Vinicunca and second Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain River.

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