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Angel Falls to Niagara Falls: 9 iconic waterfalls of the World

Explore iconic waterfalls: Chitrakoot (India), Niagara (USA/Canada), Victoria (Zambia/Zimbabwe), Angel (Venezuela), and more, each displaying nature's grandeur and unique beauty

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Niagara Falls, USA/Canada

Perhaps the most famous waterfall in the world, Niagara Falls is located on the border between the United States (New York) and Canada (Ontario)

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Angel Falls, Venezuela

Angel Falls is the world's highest uninterrupted waterfall, dropping from a height of about 3,212 feet (979 meters). It's located in the Canaima National Park in Venezuela

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Plitvice Lakes Waterfalls, Croatia

Plitvice is home to a series of interconnected lakes and waterfalls that create a unique cascading effect. The park's turquoise waters and lush greenery make it a natural wonder

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Yosemite Falls, USA

one of the tallest waterfalls in North America, the falls consist of three sections: Upper Yosemite Fall, Middle Cascades, and Lower Yosemite Fall

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Victoria Falls, Zambia/Zimbabwe

Is one of the largest and most famous waterfalls in the world. It forms the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe and is known for its vast width and impressive height

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Iguazu Falls, Argentina/Brazil

The Iguazu Falls straddles the border between Argentina and Brazil. This complex of waterfalls is made up of over 270 individual falls and is surrounded by lush rainforest

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Kaieteur Falls, Guyana

Kaieteur Falls is renowned for its combination of height and volume. It's about four times higher than Niagara Falls and is situated in the Kaieteur National Park in Guyana

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Gullfoss, Iceland

Gullfoss, meaning "Golden Falls," is one of Iceland's iconic waterfalls. It's part of the Hvítá River and is famous for its two-tiered drop and the surrounding dramatic landscape

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Sutherland Falls, New Zealand

Sutherland Falls captivates with its three-tiered splendor. Plummeting 1,904 feet, it's among the world's tallest falls, nestled amidst lush rainforest

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Chitrakoot Falls, India

Located in Chhattisgarh, it is often referred to as the "Niagara of India." It's a horseshoe-shaped waterfall on the Indravati River and is known for its breathtaking beauty

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