What's The Oldest River In The World 

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The Finke River in Australia is the world's oldest river, dating back 300-400 million years.

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The river flows intermittently in arid central Australia as a series of waterholes rather than a continuous stream. 

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It originates from MacDonnell Ranges and flows through the Northern Territory and the state of South Australia.

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It is not only the oldest riverbed in the world, but also one of the four crucial waterbodies of Lake Eyre Basin.

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Its complex network of channels and streams spans over 640 km and can extend up to 750 km when it is flooded.

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Despite being the oldest river in the world, the Finke River does not flow throughout the year.

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The arid conditions in the region allow it to flow intermittently. For most of the year, people only witness it as a string of isolated water holes.

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Known as Larapinta in the Arrernte language, it's a vital part of the local landscape and culture.

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