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The Amazon River has no bridges crossing its main stem.

Why it is true

Despite being the second longest river in the world, the Amazon basin is predominantly composed of dense forest and scattered riverside communities. The lack of major roads and the variable width of the river make bridge construction impractical and unnecessary.

Source: National Geographic

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