GEOGRAPHY THROUGH MAPS
Tigris–Euphrates system
The Tigris and Euphrates drain highlands in Türkiye and neighbouring regions toward Mesopotamia. They meet near Al-Qurnah in Iraq to form the Shatt al-Arab, which reaches the Persian Gulf.
Fast Facts
- The Euphrates flows through Türkiye, Syria and Iraq; the Tigris flows principally through Türkiye and Iraq, with a short Syrian border reach.
- The Greater and Lesser Zab join the Tigris from its left; the Khabur joins the Euphrates from its left, facing downstream.
- Baghdad lies on the Tigris; the lower basin includes the Mesopotamian marshes.
Connected lessons
- Tigris–Euphrates systemMap, explanation and practice
- West Asia: mountain water and maritime chokepointsGuided exploration
Geographical connections
- Persian GulfRelated places
- Zagros MountainsRelated places
- Taurus MountainsRelated places