Sarno River

Sarno River

Infobox_River
river_name = Sarno


image_size =
caption = Personification of Sarno in Pompei
origin = Above Sarno
mouth = Bay of Naples, near Pompeii
basin_countries = Italy
length = 24 km
elevation = 30m
mouth_elevation =
discharge = 13 m³/s
watershed = 500 km²

Sarno River is a stream to the south of Naples in Italy, which passes through Pompeii. It is considered the most polluted river in Europe. [ [http://www.grinningplanet.com/2005/07-26/water-pollution-facts-article.htm Water Pollution Facts ] ] It flows about 24 km from Mt. Sarno to Naples.

History

It was known as "Sarnus" by the Romans.

References


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