Waterfalls are one of the most majestic and awe-inspiring sights in this beautiful planet. The best thing about waterfalls is that every one of them is unique in their special ways. With so much breath-taking waterfalls, it is undeniably hard to identify which among them can be considered to be in top ten lists. In addition to this, appreciating beauty is definitely subjective and the definition of beauty can be different from one person to another. As this might be the case, this list is made meticulously with much research to know which of the waterfalls in the world are considered to be the most beautiful.
Located in Norway, near Oslo, Langfoss Waterfall is very unique because it does not fall straight below but instead it just slips gracefully down the cliff. The striking view of Langfoss Waterfall is made prominent by the contrast color of the white water of the falls and the black to grayish rocks. In addition to this beauty, the background of the falls turns into bright green because of the vegetation that flourishes during summer.
Venezuelan people take pride of their Angel Falls as the tallest waterfall in the world standing at around 3,211 feet. The interesting part of Angel Falls is that because of its great height, not all the water reaches the bottom because it evaporates along the way. The falls is fed by rainwater from tropical clouds.
This falls is located on the southwest coast of Iceland. Gullfoss Falls is actually made of two waterfalls. The first fall originates from the right hitting a cliff then turning to the left again and forming the second falls. The combined sight of the two falls makes it very beautiful to behold.
This falls is part of the Fiordland National Park, New Zealand which is very abundant of rain waters all year around. This makes the place conducive for waterfalls to form. While there are other waterfalls in the place, the Sutherland Falls is the most gorgeous. It has three distinct sections that forms together one of the most awesome waterfalls.
Victoria Falls is a massive waterfall that has a length of about a mile and a height twice as high as Niagara Falls. The animals around the falls add to the beauty of Victoria Falls which include monkeys, elephants, and hippopotamus.
The Yosemite Falls is a great three-tiered fall that has a height of over 2,400 feet. The waterfall is so majestic but what made the Yosemite Falls even more stunning are the Giant Sequoia trees and granite cliffs that are studded at the background.
This is one of the most famous sites of the movie Jurassic Park. With its ancient and prehistoric look, Hanakapi’ai Falls will bring you back to the ancient time. The trail that leads to the falls itself is truly wonderful as it leads you to the climax of the travel.
It is made of 275 falls that stretches in about two miles. The force of water falling from the top is so powerful that the water bounces off 20 miles away. The most famous section of Iguazu is the Devil’s throat which is also the largest section of the falls. You can trek by yourself but it is better to explore the falls with an expert guide.
This falls is set in the international border of United States and Canada. You maybe are familiar with this famous falls because of its massive and outstretching waterfalls. While most people might debate which country has the better view, people will agree that the greatest view is in the water itself.
The water of Plitvice Lakes is very unique. It has a bluish-turquoise color because of the combination of minerals and microorganisms found in the lake. The Plitvice National Park Service promotes and manages the site. You can avail of their service when touring around the falls but sometimes it is better to roam around at your own pace.
10. Langfoss Waterfall
Located in Norway, near Oslo, Langfoss Waterfall is very unique because it does not fall straight below but instead it just slips gracefully down the cliff. The striking view of Langfoss Waterfall is made prominent by the contrast color of the white water of the falls and the black to grayish rocks. In addition to this beauty, the background of the falls turns into bright green because of the vegetation that flourishes during summer.
9. Angel Falls
Venezuelan people take pride of their Angel Falls as the tallest waterfall in the world standing at around 3,211 feet. The interesting part of Angel Falls is that because of its great height, not all the water reaches the bottom because it evaporates along the way. The falls is fed by rainwater from tropical clouds.
8. Gullfoss Falls
This falls is located on the southwest coast of Iceland. Gullfoss Falls is actually made of two waterfalls. The first fall originates from the right hitting a cliff then turning to the left again and forming the second falls. The combined sight of the two falls makes it very beautiful to behold.
7. Sutherland Falls
This falls is part of the Fiordland National Park, New Zealand which is very abundant of rain waters all year around. This makes the place conducive for waterfalls to form. While there are other waterfalls in the place, the Sutherland Falls is the most gorgeous. It has three distinct sections that forms together one of the most awesome waterfalls.
6. Victoria Falls
Victoria Falls is a massive waterfall that has a length of about a mile and a height twice as high as Niagara Falls. The animals around the falls add to the beauty of Victoria Falls which include monkeys, elephants, and hippopotamus.
5. Yosemite Falls
The Yosemite Falls is a great three-tiered fall that has a height of over 2,400 feet. The waterfall is so majestic but what made the Yosemite Falls even more stunning are the Giant Sequoia trees and granite cliffs that are studded at the background.
4. Hanakapi’ai Falls
This is one of the most famous sites of the movie Jurassic Park. With its ancient and prehistoric look, Hanakapi’ai Falls will bring you back to the ancient time. The trail that leads to the falls itself is truly wonderful as it leads you to the climax of the travel.
3. Iguazu Falls
It is made of 275 falls that stretches in about two miles. The force of water falling from the top is so powerful that the water bounces off 20 miles away. The most famous section of Iguazu is the Devil’s throat which is also the largest section of the falls. You can trek by yourself but it is better to explore the falls with an expert guide.
2. Niagara Falls
This falls is set in the international border of United States and Canada. You maybe are familiar with this famous falls because of its massive and outstretching waterfalls. While most people might debate which country has the better view, people will agree that the greatest view is in the water itself.
1. Plitvice Lakes
The water of Plitvice Lakes is very unique. It has a bluish-turquoise color because of the combination of minerals and microorganisms found in the lake. The Plitvice National Park Service promotes and manages the site. You can avail of their service when touring around the falls but sometimes it is better to roam around at your own pace.
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