PĂ€rnu River
river, Estonia
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The PĂ€rnu River is the longest river in Estonia, stretching approximately 90 miles (145 km). It flows into the Gulf of Riga, and the city of PĂ€rnu is located at its mouth. Estonia's landscape is largely shaped by glacial activity, resulting in an undulating terrain with numerous lakes, rivers, and forests. The PĂ€rnu River is one of several important rivers in the country, alongside the Pedja, Narva, and Kasari rivers.12
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