8 Most Beautiful Waterfalls In The World

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27 August 2025

Here are some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world, celebrated for their stunning visuals and natural grandeur:

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Iguazu Falls (Argentina/Brazil): A massive complex of 275 cascades spanning nearly 2 miles, surrounded by lush rainforest. Its scale and misty rainbows make it a top contender

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Victoria Falls (Zambia/Zimbabwe): Known as the "Smoke that Thunders," it's one of the largest single-sheet waterfalls, with a width of over a mile and a drop of 354 feet

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Niagara Falls (USA/Canada): Iconic for its three falls (Horseshoe, American, and Bridal Veil), it's a tourist magnet with dramatic views, especially at night with colourful lighting

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Angel Falls (Venezuela): The world's tallest at 3,212 feet, plunging off Auyán-tepui in a remote jungle. Its sheer height and isolated beauty make it a bucket-list destination

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Kaieteur Falls (Guyana): 5 times taller than Niagara, this single-drop fall in a rainforest is less visited but awe-inspiring for its untouched setting and 741-foot plunge

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Plitvice Falls (Croatia): A series of cascading falls in Plitvice Lakes National Park, known for its turquoise waters. Its fairy-tale aesthetic is a traveller's dream

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Yosemite Falls (USA): North America's tallest at 2,425 feet, set in Yosemite National Park. Its 3-tiered drop and granite backdrop make it a seasonal spectacle, best in spring

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Ban Gioc-Detian Falls (Vietnam/China): A picturesque, multi-tiered cascade along the border, framed by karst peaks. Its serene beauty and cultural significance stand out

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