What are the waterfalls. The world's most beautiful waterfalls
Nature creates around us indescribable miracles, which sometimes even begin to doubt whether they really exist. These natural works of art are waterfalls, which can be watched for ages.
The most beautiful waterfalls in the world are in different corners our planet. However, they have one thing in common. Even if you have seen this luxury with your own eyes at least once, you will want to return to it again and again.
1. Pongur Falls, Vietnam
Height - 40 m, width - about 100 m
This natural wonder, located 35 km from the city of Dalat, is considered one of the best waterfalls in Asia. The most full-flowing Pongur waterfall occurs during the period from June to October... And even at this time, you will not meet huge crowds of tourists here, as near other waterfalls. And get tremendous pleasure. Powerful streams of water flowing down stone terraces give vacationers incredible coolness. In the most deep places you can swim and recuperate after climbing the waterfall.
In the dry season, the water flows are not so powerful, but you can still admire the scenery.
2. Sekumpul waterfall, Bali
Height - 80 meters
Creating the top of the best waterfalls in the world, we could not help but remember the highest waterfall in Bali. This is a fairly young attraction. The waterfall was open to the public in 2010 year, and has already managed to win the hearts of tourists.
The freshness and coolness of the impenetrable jungle intensifies as soon as you start approaching the waterfall. Streams of water so powerful that already 30 meters from Sekumpul you risk getting wet to the skin. But it doesn't matter! The adrenaline rush you get in the arms of this aquatic monster is worth much more than a drenched T-shirt.
3. Dettifoss waterfall, Iceland
Height - 44 m, width - 100 m
The most powerful waterfall in Europe, located in a national park Yokulsaurgluvur(Jökulsárgljúfur). Although it is not as high as most of the waterfalls from our rating, we cannot fail to mention this attraction. After all, the shooting took place here Ridley Scott's film "Prometheus". It was the fantastic landscapes around Dettifoss waterfall that inspired the director and the entire film crew.
Translated Dettifoss means "seething water", sometimes this obstinate waterfall is called "European Niagara".
4. Waterfall "Kaieteur", Guyana
Height - 226 meters
We pass to the waterfalls-"giants", and one of the most beautiful among them is Kaieteur, located in Guyana. The height and power of this waterfall is comparable to that of Niagara. However, it is not as popular as it is located away from highways and "promoted" tourist trails. Perhaps this is for the best, since in the vicinity of the Kaieteur waterfall you can fully enjoy the magnificent landscapes and admire the untouched nature.
5. Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Height - 128 m, width - 1800 m
The widest continuous stream waterfall is located at South Africa- on the border Zambia and Zimbabwe... Victoria Falls included in World Heritage UNESCO, because its mighty streams, in tandem with magnificent views and virgin nature, attract a huge number of tourists from all over the world.
The inhabitants of Zambia call the waterfall Mosi-oa-Tunya, which means "Thundering smoke". The local National Park has the same name, where you can see wild African animals.
From the side of Zimbabwe, tourists have the opportunity to swim in a natural pool called "The font of the devil." Victoria Falls and its "native" Zambezi River is a real paradise for extreme lovers. Here you can go on a trip to the rapids on a raft or kayak, make a bungee jump from an abyss or admire the surroundings from a bird's eye view on a paraglider.
6. Niagara Falls, border between Canada and the USA
Height - 53 m, width - 1200 m
Another waterfall, located on the border of the two countries, separates the United States and Canada. This is perhaps the most famous waterfall in the world. He also bears the proud title of the most powerful in North America and the most beautiful on the planet. Photos of this giant fascinate and excite, and those who are lucky enough to see him live will have enough impressions for a lifetime.
Day and night, Niagara Falls is beautiful.
© Mark Blinch / Reuters Due to the abnormal cold in the winter of 2017, part of the great Niagara Falls was covered with a ball of ice... This happened before - in the winter of 2014, as well as in 1848 and 1912.
7. Angel Falls, Venezuela
Height - 979 m
The recognized leader in height among waterfalls is Angel, located in the southeastern part of Venezuela, among the jungles of the Guiana Plateau. This unusual waterfall is the pride of the Venezuelan nature reserve Canaima. Its waters rapidly flow down from the rocky summit, and then scatter in wide streams downward.
© Jackson Perdomo Although this miracle is located in, at times, impenetrable jungle, and it is not so easy to get to it, this does not stop tourists. Visitors from all over the world flock to Angel to see highest in the world a waterfall.
8. Iguazu Falls, border between Argentina and Brazil
Width - 2682 m, height - 82 m
Another of South America's greatest attractions is the Iguazu Falls. It is a large complex of 275 waterfalls located between Argentina and Brazil, in the Iguazu National Park. Comes here every year more than 2 million tourists to see one of the Seven Wonders of the World and touch the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
About two thousand species of tropical plants grow on the territory of the park, as well as dozens of species of reptiles, butterflies and birds.
From the Argentinean side, tourists can watch the waterfall from a minimum distance, taking a seat on one of the bridges or on numerous observation platforms.
And from the Brazilian side, you can appreciate the beauty of the waterfall from the air by ordering a helicopter ride.
Or take a short boat trip.
9. Banzok waterfall (Detian), border between Vietnam and China
Height - 120 meters
On the border between China and Vietnam, there is Banzuk waterfall, known in China as Detian. For many years, until 2009, the waterfall itself and the surrounding area were the object of lengthy disputes between the governments of the two states.
However, nature has absolutely nothing to do with the territorial conflicts reigning in the world. During the high water period, the streams of the waterfall from both countries merge into a single symphony of loud sounds, which delights numerous tourists.
10. Waterfalls of Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
Height - up to 77 meters
Waterfalls of fabulous beauty are located in the Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia. This park is completely true. And all thanks to unspoiled nature, bright blue lakes and clean mountain waterfalls.
Delightful cascades of water falling from the peaks of the Dinaric Highlands create an extraordinary sight. The most famous of Plitvice waterfalls - Great Shlap, its height is 77 meters.
Considering that the waterfalls of Plitvice Lakes are neither high nor deep, they often freeze in winter. And this picture is no less impressive than the summer landscapes of Plitvice Lakes.
So we told you about the best waterfalls on our planet. Which one would you like to visit the most?
Iguazu Falls is a fairly wide and indented area of falling water. The waterfall is located on the Iguazu River of the same name near the border of the countries of Brazil and Argentina.
It is believed that the formation of the waterfall occurred as a result of a strong earthquake caused by a volcanic eruption, as a result of which large cracks formed in the earth's crust.
During the rainy season in November - March, water consumption can reach 12,750 cubic meters per second.
Iguazu Falls consists of many separate waterfalls, which are separated by islands, the total area of a single complex is more than 2700 square meters.
There are a total of 275 waterfalls in this area, the largest is called the "Devil's Throat" - the water in this area falls from a height of 80 meters.
In the language of the Guaraní people, the term "Iguazu" means "big water". The waterfall was discovered in 1541 by Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca and has been part of the natural heritage the world of UNESCO.
The waterfall is located in Africa, on the border of Zambia and the Zambezi.
The waterfall was discovered in 1855 after David Livingstone first saw this amazing natural phenomenon.
During the Jurassic period (150 to 200 million years ago) volcanic activity led to thick basalt covering most of South Africa. As the lava cooled and crystallized, cracks appeared in the hard crust of the basalt, which were filled with clay and lime. The Zambezi River gradually washed away the soft rocks, thus forming a waterfall.
The width of the water fall runoff is 1700 meters, the height is 108 meters, according to the volume of falling water (during the rainy season) per unit of time, Victoria Falls is the largest waterfall on the planet.
The volume of water ranges from 300 to 9000 cubic meters per second. On average, about 1000 cubic meters per second per year.
The height of the waterfall is 53 meters, but the height of the falling water is 21 meters, the width of the main part of the falling water is 323 meters.
The volume of falling water is from 2800 to 5700 cubic meters per second.
In 1954, a landslide occurred - a pile of stones fell from above to the foot of the waterfall, thereby reducing the height of the water fall.
The waterfall is located in the north-east of Iceland, on the Jökülsau-au-Fjödlum River, and is the largest waterfall in Europe in terms of the volume of falling water - on average, about 200 cubic meters per second.
The width of the waterfall is 100 meters, the height of the water fall is 44 meters.
5. Shoshone waterfall
The height of the fall of water is 64 meters, the width is 305 meters. Due to the fact that in summer a significant part of the river's water goes to irrigate fields, the waterfall practically disappears. In spring and autumn, the waterfall has the best view.
The waterfall is located in the west of Guyana, on the border with Venezuela, on the Potaro River. The height of the fall of the water is 226 meters, the width of the waterfall is about 100 meters. The maximum water consumption is more than 1200 cubic meters per second (average annual consumption is about 650 cubic meters). The waterfall is the largest in the world in many ways. But since it is located in a remote area, little is known about it. It is not visited by tourists.
The waterfall is located in the south of Iceland on the Hvitau River. The height of the waterfall is 32 meters, the average water consumption is 125 cubic meters per second. But it should be noted that the waterfall consists of two steps, the first 11 meters high, the second 21 meters.
The highest waterfall on planet Earth. The height of the fall of water is 979 meters, the height of the continuous fall of water is 807 meters.
The waterfall is located in Venezuela on the Churun River.
Yosemite Falls is located in eastern California in the United States on the Merced River. The total height of the waterfall is 739 meters. The waterfall consists of 3 cascades, the height of the upper waterfall is 435 meters, the middle one is 206 and the lowest is 98 meters.
10. Huangguoshu Falls
Huang-Guo-shu Waterfall - located in China on the Baishui River in Guizhou province. The waterfall consists of a complex of water drains. The main waterfall is 67 meters high and 83 meters wide.
01 Angela Falls, Venezuela
The first on our list will be Angel Falls - the highest in the world. Its height is 979 meters, which is 15 times more than the height of the famous Niagara. The waterfall is located in Venezuela, in national park Canaima, and every year thousands of tourists come to the country specially to see this miracle of nature with their own eyes, and risky base jumpers even jump from it. The waterfall is named after the American aviator Jimmy Angel, who, flying over Venezuela, noticed this waterfall from a height and opened it to the whole world.
02 Iguazu Falls, Brazil
This waterfall, located on the border of Brazil and Argentina, is considered one of the most powerful in the world. In fact, Iguazu is not one waterfall, but a whole system of 275 waterfalls ranging from 60 to 80 meters high and about 3 kilometers long. The largest waterfall is a natural U-shaped formation called the "Devil's Throat" by the Spanish conquistadors.
03 Plitvice Lakes Waterfalls, Croatia
These amazingly beautiful waterfalls are located in Croatia, in the Plitvice National Park. The lakes of this national park are distinguished by a variety of colors, from bright blue to dark blue, depending on the types of microorganisms that are found in them. Several waterfalls connecting the lakes are seen in the background azure waters and the greenery of the surrounding forests is simply amazing.
04 Niagara Falls, USA
Of course, one of the most famous waterfalls in the world, Niagara Falls in the northeastern United States, could not be ignored. It is also one of the most powerful in the world - about 2.8 million liters of water per second, just think! Tourists love Niagara Falls because it is relatively easy to reach and view from all angles.
05 Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Another famous and very beautiful waterfall is located in Zimbabwe - this is, of course, Victoria Falls. Its height is 108 meters, its capacity is 1 million liters per second, and fans of a truly thrill can make a long jump from a waterfall on a rubber band.
06 Yosemite Falls, USA
This waterfall can be admired in California, in the national park of the same name. Yosemite is one of the highest waterfalls in the world - 739 meters. It is interesting that in winter the waterfall almost “dies down”, and in spring and summer it reaches its maximum scope.
07 Kaieteur Falls, Guyana
This natural wonder lurks in the rainforests of Guyana, a country in South America... Kaieteur is one of the largest waterfalls in the world. Its height is about 226 meters. Long time only local residents knew about this waterfall, but in 1870 it was accidentally discovered by an English geologist. Getting to the waterfall is quite difficult, but this does not stop the flow of tourists who want to see Kaieteur with their own eyes.
08 Gallfoss waterfall, Iceland
Not all beautiful waterfalls are in the tropics - there are some that are located far to the north, for example, the amazing Icelandic Gallfoss Falls in Iceland, a country famous for its natural wonders. Gallfoss is one of the most powerful waterfalls in Europe, although its height is only about 30 meters.
09 Dettifoss waterfall, Iceland
Another Icelandic waterfall is Dettifoss, the most powerful in Europe. Its height is about 40 meters, and its capacity is about 200 cubic meters of water per second. The waterfall is surrounded by beautiful rocks, gorges and lakes and is very popular with both locals and tourists.
10 Sutherland Falls, New Zealand
There is a waterfall in New Zealand called Sutherland. It is located on the South Island and is considered one of the most beautiful and mysterious waterfalls in the world. Getting to the waterfall is not easy, but it's worth it - the narrow stream of water flying from a height of 580 meters, surrounded by dense greenery and rocks, is a fantastic sight!
11 Tugela Falls, South Africa
Tugela Waterfall is the second largest in the world. It is located in South Africa, in the Royal National Park. The height of the waterfall is 411 meters.
12 Inga Falls, Congo
Another waterfall from Africa is Inga, which is part of the famous Livingstone Falls in Congo. This is one of the largest and most powerful waterfalls in the world. Its height is 96 meters.
13 Papala Falls, USA
This waterfall is located in the Hawaiian Islands, in the picturesque Waipio Valley. Despite its relative obscurity, it is one of the highest waterfalls in the world - 550 meters.
14 Gokta Falls, Peru
Gokta is the fifth largest waterfall in the world, located in Peru. Its height is 771 meters. Unbelievable, but true - the world found out about this waterfall only in 2005, and before that only the aborigines admired its beauty.
15 Vinnufossen waterfall, Norway
Our selection is completed by the Norwegian Vinnufossen waterfall - the highest in Europe (860 meters). Falling from a height, the waterfall splits into four streams, which makes it even more beautiful.
Any waterfall is a spectacular sight in itself. But there are such specimens in the world that you can admire for hours ... It is from such waterfalls that our today's selection consists.
Immediately, we note that this article contains the most beautiful waterfalls in the world according to LifeGlobe, without any top list, because looking at all the variety of amazing waterfalls on our planet, one cannot unequivocally call one or another the most beautiful, most picturesque - they are all are amazing in their own way and each is unique in its own way!
Crystal beauty
First on our list is a waterfall Kilt Falls... This is undeniably the most amazing and picturesque waterfall in Scotland! Kilt's waters fall from the cliffs of the Scottish Isle of Skye directly into the Atlantic Ocean.
Brazilian Falls Cascata do caracol in the town of Canela itself is not so famous, but at the same time it is very beautiful. And, in principle, it is not so small - its height is 131 meters!
Niagara Falls, of course, could not help but be included in this list. I think we can confidently call it the most famous of the existing waterfalls.
By the way, it is the most powerful waterfall in North America, as well as one of the main recreational attractions in the United States.
Speaking of Niagara, one cannot but recall the equally spectacular waterfall Iguazu in Argentina.
Iguazu is much larger than Niagara Falls and is considered one of the most powerful waterfalls on the planet.
Another giant is a waterfall Victoria... It also bears the name Thundering Smoke of Africa because of the unimaginable hum, emitted by thousands of liters of water, falling every second into the white abyss of the water haze raised by them.
A unique feature of Victoria Falls is the world's widest continuous wall of water.
We also cannot fail to include the highest waterfall on the planet in the list of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world according to LifeGlobe Angel, the most spectacular sight of Venezuela.
Perhaps to some, Angel may not seem so picturesque as compared to others on our list, but it should also be borne in mind that Angel's water stream needs to overcome almost a kilometer to reach the ground, which is almost 20 times higher Niagara!
Brasstown Falls(Brasstown Falls) is a cascade of four falls on Brasstown Creek about two miles from where the creek flows into the Chatooga River, which separates the western edge of County Okonee from Georgia. The picture shows one of the middle waterfalls.
Waterfall Rovijoki(Rovijoki Falls) in the Norwegian town of Skibotn, famous primarily for its astrophysical observatory, which is the northernmost observatory in the world.
Waterfall Gullfoss(Gullfoss) is one of the main attractions of Iceland. The depth of the waterfall to the place where the water falls in the valley is about 70 meters. Gulfoss itself consists of two steps - 21 meters and 11 meters high, turned to each other at an angle of 90 °.
This amazing Icelandic waterfall is also known as Gullfoss, Gullfoss, Gullfoss - all thanks to the many possible readings of the original name.
The same waterfall, only in winter.
Another Icelandic treasure - a waterfall Seljalandsfoss, rather modest in height (about 60 meters), but no less picturesque and popular among tourists.
A very convenient place to view the waterfall in all its glory is a deep depression in the rock immediately behind the water stream.
There is one interesting waterfall in Chile - it is called Salto del Laja.
The most beautiful waterfalls in the world: mesmerizing photos
updated: April 20, 2019 by the author: Tatiana SinkevichTraveling around the world, you can experience all the beauty of the immense nature of the globe. A special place among the beauties of the earth is occupied by waterfalls scattered in different parts of the world. Since ancient times, the rapid waterfalls conquered the hearts of people with the splendor of colors, grandiose power and unique landscapes. If you want to admire these landscapes with your own eyes, then visit all possible locations of the waterfalls.
Niagara Falls
The most beautiful and greatest waterfall in the world is Niagara Falls. It is located between Canada and the United States on the Niagara River. Hence the name. This waterfall surprises with its grandeur and power. It consists of a complex of three water cascades.
Horseshoe Falls
American Falls and Fata Falls
This waterfall is the most powerful in North America. Its height is only 53 meters. But because of the pile of stones that lie at its foot, only 21 meters can be seen.
The beauty and power of these waterfalls have always attracted courageous people who wanted to conquer these waters. The first in 1829, Sam Pach jumped from the Horseshoe Falls and survived. After that, many more people tried to repeat his feat. There were also jumps in special barrels. Some of the tightrope walkers went on a rope over the waterfall. Once there was a case that was called the "Niagara Miracle", when a boy, who was wearing only a life jacket, fell from a waterfall and survived without even being crippled. But of those who tried to jump from the "American Falls", no one survived.
It's easy to get to these fabulous places and admire the powerful jets of water. An excursion boat will take tourists almost to the very base of the waterfall. In order not to get wet, people wear raincoats.
The spectacle you see is breathtaking, so striking is the unusual nature of the surrounding nature. Looking at the rushing streams of water in one direction, you feel enchanted by an unknown force and you begin to understand how influential wildlife is.
Hanakapiai waterfall
Another most beautiful waterfall in the world is located in Hawaii, on the island of Kauai.
The height of this waterfall is twice as high as Niagara. In order to see this spectacle, you will have to follow the trail called Kalalu. It starts from the very dangerous for swimming Hanakapiai Beach, then you need to get through the living thickets of the jungle itself and overcome the amazing beech forests.
Havasu waterfall
The waterfall is located in the Grand Canyon National Park, in northwestern Arizona, in the United States. It is considered the most beautiful waterfall in this canyon. Emerald green water and red rocks made it famous. It falls from a height of 30 meters. There is sand beach and trees where you can relax in a hammock. The water temperature is 21 degrees all year round.
Skradinski waterfall buk
This is the most beautiful waterfall in Croatia
Angel Falls is considered the highest.
It is located in South America in the state of Bolivar, which is located in the southeast of Venezuela. Its height of water fall is 807 meters, and the entire height, according to some data, is 979 m, and according to others, 1054 m.
Milk waterfall of Abkhazia
Milk Falls is one of a dozen waterfalls located on the territory of Abkhazia. It was called milk because its bubbling and foaming water is very similar to milk from a distance. Every day hundreds of tourists visit this beautiful mysterious place... Water can be drunk and therefore all people try, if not to get water, then at least taste this mountain milk water. This waterfall is popularly called the "Fall of all lovers".
Man falling into embrace wildlife, involuntarily feels like a grain of sand among its diversity. Such moments are not forgotten and remain in the memory for life.
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