10 AMAZING WATERFALLS AROUND THE WORLD YOU NEED TO SEE FOR YOURSELF

10. Victoria Falls

Victoria falls, located at the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe in southern Africa, has been named the largest waterfall in the word. It has received this title for not being the highest nor the widest but based on it's width and height combined.  This fall is also home to the famous Devils Pool, one of the most amazing natural pools in the world.

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9. Niagara Falls

North Americas most famous waterfall straddles the international border between Canada and the United States. Niagara Falls is renowned for it's beauty with millions visiting annually to experience the oldest and best known tourist attraction at Niagara Falls, the Maid of the Mist boat cruise.

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8. Angel Falls

Angel Fall, found in Venezuela, is the world's highest uninterrupted waterfall with a height of 979 m (3,212 ft). The waterfall drops over the edge of the Auyantepui mountain and is truly is a spectacular sight to see.

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7. Sutherland Falls

This beautiful waterfall is found near Milford Sound in New Zealand's South Island. At 580 m (1,904 ft) the falls were long believed to the be tallest in New Zealand, however because of the different definitions, people argue that the highest are the Browne Falls in Doubtful Sound. Tallest or not, it is a waterfall that must be seen with your own two eyes!

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6. Yosemite Falls

Yosemite Falls is the highest waterfall in Yosemite National Park, dropping a total of 739 m (2,425 ft). Located in the state of California, it is a major attraction in the park, especially in late spring when the water flow is at its peak. We have seen this bad boy up close and personal, the streaming falls against the granite rock is a stunning sight to see.

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5. Plitvice Falls

These magical falls are located in Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia, one of the oldest in Southeast Europe. These falls may not be gigantic, but have more of a whimsical, fairytale feel to them.

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4. Tugela Falls

Ready for one tall waterfall? Tugela Falls is found in Drakensberg, South Africa and has a total drop of 948 m (3, 110 ft) making it the tallest waterfall in Africa.

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3. Bigar Falls

Bigar Falls is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Romania due to the way the water falls. The waters of the strong spring Bigar flow into Minis river, falling from a height of 8 metres on a moss-covered calc-tuff. It leaves for an incredible sight to see.

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2. Havasu Falls

This beautifully photographic waterfall is located in the famous Grand Canyon, Arizona, USA. Havasu Falls is known for its natural pools, created by mineralization. The vibrant blue water contrasts against the striking red rocks of the canyon walls and makes it one of the worlds most beautiful falls.

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1. Baatara Gorge Falls

Located in Tannourine, Lebanon, the Baatara Gorge Falls drop into the Baatara Pothole, a cave of Jurassic limestone. This has got to be one of the most beautifully unique waterfalls we have ever seen and are now dying to see it for ourselves!

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Have you experienced any of these incredible waterfalls?

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