Ju River

The Ju River (Chinese: 沮河; pinyin: Jǔ Hé) is a river located in Shaanxi Province, China. It is a tributary of the Han River, which is itself a major tributary of the Yangtze River. The Ju River originates in the Qinling Mountains and flows generally southeastward through the Hanzhong Basin before joining the Han River. The river's drainage basin is important for agriculture, supporting rice cultivation and other crops. The Ju River has been historically significant for irrigation and transportation in the region. Its water quality and flow are monitored for environmental management purposes.