Niagara (USA), Victoria (Zimbabwe), Angel (Venezuela)… are waterfalls with the most magnificent beauty in the world, attracting many tourists to visit.
1. Angel, Venezuela
Salto Del Angel, also known as Angel Falls (in English, Angel Falls), is considered the highest waterfall in the world with a height of up to 979m. (Photo: Ron Brinkmann).
2. Seljalandsfoss, Iceland
Seljialandsfoss Waterfall is located between the Icelandic cities of Selfoss and Skógafoss with water falling from a height of 60m into a small clear blue lake below, creating a wonderful natural scene. (Photo: Howard Ignatius).
3. Victoria, Zimbabwe
Victoria is the widest waterfall in the world (about 1.7km). It spans many waterfalls and is extremely beautiful. The best place to view Victoria Falls is from the air looking down because you can see the whole scene. (Photo: Ian Barbour).
4. Mosi-oa-Tunya, Zambia
This waterfall is located on the border of Zimbabwe and Zambia. The first name that Zambians still commonly use today is Mosi-oa-Tunya. Victoria is the name given by explorer David Livingstone, the first European to set foot there, and is only used by Zimbabweans. (Photo: Mario Micklish).
5. Yosemite, USA
Yosemite Falls is one of the most tourist attractions of Yosemite National Park, California. With a height of 739m, the waterfall is recorded as the highest in North America and the 6th highest in the world. (Photo: Shelly Prevost).
6. Niagara, USA and Canada
Niagara is a very famous waterfall, located on the border of the US and Canada. Although not high, about 168,000 cubic meters of water falls every minute, so this place is recognized as the strongest waterfall in North America. (Photo: Daniel Mennerich).
7. Barron, Australia
Barron Falls flows into the Barron River, originating from the Atherton Tableland region, in the state of Queensland, Australia. Every rainy season, the waterfall’s water rushes down, creating a strong “roaring” sound. (Photo: Phil Long).
8. Ventisquero Colgante, Chile
Ventisquero Colgante means glacier floating in the sky, one of the most popular tourist attractions in Queulat National Park. The waterfall is formed when glaciers melt. Because of the impact of climate change, Ventisquero Colgante is at risk of disappearing in the future. (Photo: Cladius ProBer).
9. Iguazu, Argentina and Brazil
Iguazu Falls has up to 275 streams pouring water into the 2.7km long Iguazu River, located on the border of Parana state – Brazil and Misiones province – Argentina. (Photo: SF Brit).
10. Kaieteur, Guyana
Although not the tallest or widest, Kaieteur has a combination of height (226m) and water volume (663 cubic meters per second), so it is known as the most magnificent waterfall in the world. (Photo: Tim Snell).