The Nile is a unique river since it flows up North for thousands of miles. It fertilizes miles of land, enabling abundant amounts of food to be provided for the natives. The Nile's delta also distinguishes the Lower and Upper Egyptian territories when it separates in order to empty out into the Mediterranean Sea. The Nile's anticipated floodings were unlike the Mesopotamia's rivers as it was seen as more life-enhancing than life-endangering to the villagers. Therefore, the villagers were able to easily construct an irrigation system to manage the floods. The Nile's waters made traveling easier and faster than land, furthermore, it gave the inhabitants a sense of security. Early commerce was still probable despite Egypt's geography surrounding
