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Sozh River Gomel



The Sozh River Gomel is an important left tributary of the river Dnieper and has its origination in Russia. An inseparable part of Gomel geography, the Sozh River serves to be the chief source of irrigation in the region.
With a length of 648 kilometers, the Sozh river covers basin countries like Russia and Ukraine. The Sozh river basin area is 42,100 kilometer square. The average Sozh water discharge that the region gets is 207 m³/s .

The Sozh floating Bridge, situated at Korma is an important bridge that connects the two sides of the river, enabling easy trade and business between the two extents. Built between 2003 and 2004, the bridge is a pontoon type, which enables the safe passage of light automobiles.

The national stamp of Gomel features a stately steel arch, that transverses the river along with the Sozh floating Bridge. The Sozh River Gomel has an important role to play in the life and the occupation of the people, but it also acts as a catalyst that enhances the natural appeal of th region. The green carpet of plants and grasslands that flank the river banks prove to be a delight for all the six senses.