10 Most Beautiful Waterfalls
1. Iguazu Falls, Argentina/Brazil
Iguazu Falls indeed is a whole waterfall system, consisting of 275 waterfalls and cascades. There is no point to say that the sight of about 12 750 cubic meters water falling per second is breathtaking, because this is something really beyond the imagination! And the game between water and light is sometimes creating scenes which can never be created by artists' brush, but only by Mother Nature.
2. Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe/Zambia
Victoria Falls, situated between Zambia and Zimbabwe, are the largest falls in the world. They were named by David Livingstone after his Queen, but the falls are known also after the name "Mosi-oa-Tunya ", meaning the smoke that thunders. Victoria Falls is one of the world's natural wonders. The picturesque scene of so much water, the light that shines in all the colours of the spectrum, this is unbelievable and makes the observer feel so small and weak in front of the power of this beautiful creation of the Nature!
3. Niagara Falls, Canada/USA
Niagara Falls, are situated on the border between Canada and USA, and are one of the most amazing waterfalls in the world. Consisting of two main "parts", Niagara falls are divided by an island, called the "Goat island", which is all green and looks beautiful between the two thundering flows of water. People from all over the world go there to let this beauty stop their breath and have a sight that will always remember!
4. Detian Falls, China/Vietnam
Surrounded by karst peaks, beautiful Detian Falls are situated between Vietnam and China and are definitely one of the most picturesque waterfalls in the world! The water falls from 30 meters and is separated into three by the trees and rocks. The thunder produced by the epic crash of the water and rocks is really unique! This is a really relaxing mixture of colours - blue, green and white in many variations, and makes you feel that you stand in front of something mighty and gorgeous!
5. Gulfoss Falls, Iceland
Being a beautiful country, Iceland should be proud with its jewel - Gulfoss Falls, or as they are famous - the "Golden falls". They are one of the most powerful waterfalls in Europe. Extremely beautiful, the scene of the colours of the falls (blue, white and green), being a background of the colourful rainbows, can never be described by words or brush... Gulfoss Falls is a destination that everyone should consider going!
6. Angel Falls, Venezuela
Venezuela's pearl Angel Falls are the highest falls in the world; water is falling from 979 m (3212 ft), which is an amazing sight that can leave you breathless! The falls are situated at the edge of the mountain Auyantepui in Canaima National Park and the sight of water falling from the rocks is really gorgeous! The drops of water turn into white mist and this water dust in white forms a mysterious spirit of the place to strengthen its magical power! Once fallen in the charm of the place, you feel unable to take eyes off this beauty!
7. Kaieteur Falls, Guyana
Kaieteur Fall is situated in Kaieteur National park in Guyana and is the largest single drop waterfall in the world. It combines incredible height and enormous water volume, which makes it one of the most popular waterfalls in the world. The scenic and picturesque sight of the water falling among the green fresh plants of the rainforest brings the feeling of energy and life! An amazing place to visit!
8. Yellowstone Falls, USA
In the Yellowstone national park of USA, we can see the two Yellowstone falls - upper and lower, which are incredibly picturesque and beautiful. Numerous painters and photographers have tried to catch their beauty but they just have to be seen and this is the best way to estimate really this place! Falls, just like the park of Yellowstone are a place worth visiting, because they together are absolutely capable of inspiring anyone with their natural beauty!
9. Huangguoshu Waterfall, China
Huangguoshu is the largest waterfall in China; it is over Baishui River and is extremely beautiful and interesting place. Depending on the place, where you observe it, it changes and reveals more and more of its amazing charm. The water falls into Xiniu Pond with thunder, making white water dust, leaving the impression that there is no other power, mighty as its own. There is a cave, behind the waterfall, which is like closed by the curtain of water and is extremely interesting. In two words Huangguoshu Waterfall is one of the most beautiful places in the world and is definitely worth visiting!
10. Yosemite Falls, USA
Located in Yosemite National Park in USA, Yosemite Falls are best to visit in spring, when the level of the water flow is highest, because of the melting snow. It consists of three parts: upper and lower falls and middle cascades. The fame of the place is completely deserved and it is a preferred tourist destination. There are interesting myths and legends about it, which creates a little mysterious thrill about the pool - according to The Ahwahneechee people it was home of the spirits of a few witches. This is a very interesting and picturesque place, worth visiting!
10Jog Falls
Jog Falls, created by the River Sharavathi, falling from a height of 253 meters (829 feet), is the highest waterfalls in India. Before the rainy season Jog Falls is nearly unrecognizable with only a pair of thin streams of water trickling down the cliff. But during the monsoon season the waterfall comes to life and exceeds even Kaieteur Falls in Guyana in terms of height and volume.
9Huangguoshu
Measuring 77.8 meters (255 feet) high and 101 meters (330 feet) wide, Huangguoshu is one of the largest waterfalls in Asia and part of a group of 18 waterfalls in the surrounding area. A 134 meter (440 foot) long naturally formed cave in the back of the Huangguoshu allows visitors to view the waterfall from a very close range and one can even touch the water.
8Gullfoss
Gullfoss (“Golden Falls”) is a magnificient 32 meter high double waterfall on the White River (Hvítá). It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Iceland. The flow of the river from the regular rains and the glacial runoff, particularly in summer, makes it the largest volume falls in Europe.
7Detian Falls
The Detian Falls is situated on the border between China and Vietnam. It is, in fact, the fourth largest cross-border falls in the world after Niagara, Victoria and Iguazu. Due to the various border conflicts between the two countries the area has only recently been opened to tourism.
6Blue Nile Falls
Known as Tis Issat (“smoking water”) in Amharic, the Blue Nile Falls are located on the Blue Nile river in northern Ethiopia. Although much of the water is now diverted to a power dam, it is still a beautiful sight and one of Ethiopia’s best known tourist attractions.
5Kaieteur Falls
Kaieteur Falls is located on the Potaro River in the centre of Guyana’s rainforest. It is one of the most powerful waterfalls in the world, averaging 663 cubic meters per second (23,400 cubic feet per second). With a free fall height of 226 meters (741 feet) it is about five times higher than Niagara Falls and about two times the height of the Victoria Falls. While there are many higher falls, few have the combination of height and water volume.
4Angel Falls
Angel Falls or Salto Ángel is the world’s highest waterfall, dropping a total of 978 meter from the summit of the Auyan Tepuy, and with an 807meter uninterrupted drop. Because the falls are located in an isolated jungle region of Venezuela the only access to Canaima National Park, the gateway to Angel Falls, is by air.
3Niagara Falls
Probably the most famous waterfall in the world, The Niagara Falls are located between the twin cities of Niagara Falls, Ontario, and Niagara Falls, New York. Niagara Falls is actually three different falls, the American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls and Horseshoe Falls. Horseshoe Falls is located on the Canadian side while the other are located in New York. With more than 14 million visitors each year it is one of the most visited tourist attraction in the world.
2Victoria Falls
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The Victoria Falls (indigenous name: Mosi-oa-Tunya meaning “The Smoke That Thunders”) are located on the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia. Victoria Falls is often called the largest waterfall in the world, although it is neither the highest nor the widest. It has a width of 1.7 kilometers (1 miles) and height of 108 meters (360 ft), roughly twice the height of North America’s Niagara Falls. In combined height and width Victoria Falls is rivaled only by South America’s Iguazu Falls.
1Iguazu Falls
One of the great natural wonders of the world, Iguaçu Falls is situated on the border between Brazil and Argentina. The waterfall system consists of 275 falls along the Iguazu River. The majority of the falls are about 64 metres (210 ft) in height. The most impressive of them all is the Devil’s Throat a U-shaped, 82 meter high (269 ft), 150 meter (492 ft) wide and 700 meter (2300 ft) long waterfall.