The Yarlung Tsangpo is a river that flows through Tibet, and at nearly 3000 km it is the 29th longest river on earth. The river also flows through India and Bangladesh, where it is known as the Brahmaputra River (meaning 'Son of Brahma'). Shortly before draining into the Bay of Bengal it also joins the Ganges river. Most of the Yarlung is quite isolated, and in addition to its high altitude it comprises some extreme canyons (including the world's deepest) and powerful rapids. These features have earned the Yarlung the title 'Everest of Rivers' among kayaking enthusiasts. Like Everest, the Yarlung has also claimed some lives.
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