Meet some of the most beautiful waterfalls on the planet

If you're passionate about natural beauty, you'll love to see the most amazing waterfalls and waterfalls around the world. With different elements, each one is charming in a unique way. Ready for this trip?

Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

In the middle of the African forest is one of the largest and most beautiful waterfalls in the world, at least when we talk about water flow. And here, it is not only the waterfall that impresses: around it, you can see all the most amazing types of wildlife such as zebras, giraffes, monkeys and elephants.

Multnomah Falls, Oregon

Just 45 minutes from Portland, the tallest waterfall in Oregon (United States) is also the most beautiful of them. It is surrounded by the beauties of the Columbia River Gorge, an incredible river that is over 1, 200 meters deep.

Gullfoss, Iceland

Gullfoss is Iceland's most famous waterfall, rightly so. Although today the site is protected as a government property, for much of the 20th century it was considered to be one of the region's best energy sources. There you can see the incredible force of nature in huge amounts of water.

Gocta Falls, Peru

A curse legend is responsible for making Gocta's story even better. Until 2005, only a few residents knew of this cataract. The secret came from beliefs that terrible curses were thrown by a white-haired mermaid who protected the place.

Plitvice, Croatia

Plitvice comes on the list because it is not just one, but a gigantic network of waterfalls and lakes. The look of the place is breathtaking, but you will be even more impressed to learn that the size and shape of lakes and waterfalls change frequently as the water acts.

Salto Angel, Venezuela

Salto Angel is considered to be the largest waterfall in the world: it is over 970 meters high in a single waterfall. This makes the look even more beautiful, especially for the prime location in the heart of the jungle.

Yosemite Falls, California

Yosemite National Park is one of the most beautiful valleys in the United States. It lies in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, and among the more than 3, 000 square kilometers is the waterfall that bears the park's name. Yosemite is the highest waterfall in North America and attracts hundreds of tourists every month.

Iguazu Falls, Brazil / Argentina

Between Iguazu National Park (Brazil) and Iguazú National Park (Argentina) is the impressive set of 275 waterfalls. The site, which is a World Heritage Site, impresses not only with the amount of water and size of the falls, but also with the surrounding fauna and flora. The Iguazu Falls mark the border between the two countries and are on the list of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.

* Originally posted on 06/25/2013.

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