Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Great and Beautiful Waterfalls

Name : Great and Beautiful Waterfalls
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Victoria Falls
In the world of great waterfalls the grand Victoria Falls of South Africa has truly stolen away the lime light from the last many years. It has been one of the major tourist attractions of South Africa. People just love to view the exotic and spectacular natural beauty of these great falls. Most of the tourists from all across the world enjoy their vacations with their family members in the lapse of these huge water curtains. The great Victoria Falls of South Africa are one of the Seven Wonders of the World today. These great waterfalls are located on the Zambezi River which lies in the Southern Africa. The grand Zambezi River lies between the two countries of South Africa and they are Zambia and Zimbabwe. These great waterfalls are also known as “Mosi-Oa-Tunya” by the local residents of South Africa which literally means the Smoke of the Thunders. The chilled water of the great Victoria Falls from a height of 1200 meters which make this water fall one of the highest waterfalls of the world.


Iguazu Falls
In the world of majestic waterfalls and glitzy world, Niagara Falls stole the big bang of publicity. Iguazú Falls were the main attractions in recent years many. These giant curtains of water loss are listed in the Grand River Falls, located in the State of Brazil and Argentina in the prefecture. These great and glorious waterfalls divide the Iguazu River in two parts: one is the top of the Falls and the other part is lower Iguazu. These waterfalls are a great tourist attractions for visitors and local residents of Brazil and Argentina. These waterfalls are made with natural beauty and splendor right. These cascades mostly separate two large countries are Brazil and Argentina. These giant water curtains are larger than the famous Niagara Falls, which are as wide as 275 jumps.For the duration of the rainy season between November and April, water levels drop in these increases and add enough charm to its magnificence and attractiveness.

Huangguoshu, China
Also known as Yellow Fruit Tree Waterfall, waterfall Haungguoshu is one of the biggest drop in Asia. Witness the cascading water can overwhelm its only the first things you can think of. Located at Baihe River, is about 77.8 Huangguoshu feet tall and about 101 feet wide. Hundreds of thousands of people visit this place every year. Besides the Great Wall is probably the best attraction in China.

Blue Nile Falls, Ethiopia
This waterfall is also known as Tis Issat, which means that the consumption of water. Besides being a major tourist attraction, the Blue Nile Falls is widely used to generate electricity in the region. Increasingly to visit this place, providing a tourist income of Ethiopia. Located in the Blue Nile and the river is probably the best place to visit Ethiopia.

Angel Falls, Venezuela
Feel the high cardinality of Angel Falls, where a huge mass of water falls beautifully height of 978 meters, making it the highest waterfall in the world. Source this fall is a peak Auyan Tepuy, the mountain where the water flows without interruption. But more interesting is the entry landing. This fall, get the Canaima National Park, only a gateway to Angel Falls, and is accessible by air. Witnessing all this life is ecstasy is rarely received. However, a visit to one of consent is also an important gratification.

Niagara Falls, Canada/USA
With more than 14 million visitors each year, Niagara Falls is probably the most admired worldwide cascade. That stocks plunged to their grace and beauty with two countries and is a combination of three falls. The Bridal Veil Falls and American Falls can be seen in New York. And the glorious panorama of Horseshoe Falls can be seen from Canada. Due to the natural light around the tomb, this destination has attracted tourism businesses such as hotels, adventures, and packages.

Jog Falls, India
Cushing Sharavathi river, Jog Falls is considered the largest waterfall in India. The fall is about 829 meters high, which is about 253 meters. Witness the most magnificent sights Jog Falls, it is advisable to visit these destinations in the monsoon season, as very little water can be seen in infertile days. However, during the monsoon, this immersion exceeds the volume and height of Kaiteus Falls.

Gullfoss, Iceland
Also known as "The Golden Falls waterfall, Gullfoss waterfall is a spectacular double at an altitude of 32 meters, perfectly situated on the White River. This destination is regarded as one of the most popular tourist locations in Europe largely because of the view that it creates in summer days. During the dry season makes the ice flows and stormwater his way through this waterfall and flows into the White River. It is without doubt the best attraction in Iceland.

Dettifoss Water Falls
Dettifoss is 44m high and 100m wide. The current is so strong and you can hear the roar from a distance, if you visit Jökulsárgljúfur National Park, Iceland. Waterfalls transfer 500 cubic meters of water per second from the Vatnajökull glacier to the sea You can hang beautiful objects from different sides of the waterfall.

Sutherland Falls
Waterfalls are located in the national park Fiorland, New Zealand. It is famous for currents rough, beautiful scenery, and the Milford Track. Many people know that Tack is one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

Kaieteur Falls
If you have enough money, you can go to Kaieteur falls into the river Postaro, Guyana. Because transportation is poor, not many people know this beautiful object. Kaieteur Falls drops 221m and 100m runs from side to side. The current is so strong that the power often goes hand in hand with the Iguazu Falls, Niagara Falls and Victoria Falls.

Yosemite Falls
The waterfalls is known as one of the tallest in the world and it stands 2425ft from the lower course. Yosemite Falls is the eye of Yosemite national park and if you come in a right time, you can get this waterfall flowing its hard and rough stream from the cliff.

Angel Falls
Angel Falls plunges down 979m, and is known as the highest waterfall on earth. The locals called the place Auyantepuy (Devil's Mountain). This waterfall hides a lot of stories and tales. You can see this happening rainforests of Canaima National Park, Venezuela.

Plitvice Waterfalls
Plitvice waterfalls has been recognized since the 19th century. Plitvice waterfalls offers the beauty of two lakes and green spaces around the field, you can find a 70m high waterfalls and magnificent walks. If you want to visit the waterfalls of Plitvice, has to go in northern Dalmatia. It is 2 hours drive south of Zagreb, the capital of Croatia made.

Great Falls
Great Falls, also known as Whetstone Falls has a height of 10 meters or 33 feet and a crest width of 5 meters or 16 feet. It is found in the section of the Muela Creek in Waterdown Hamilton just off Mill Street, and has a flow all year. An observation platform has been built next to the waterfall, and a parking lot. This area, known as Smokey Hollow was once very industrial, like Muela Creek was a source of power for a sawmill at the base of Great Falls, and other plants that have emerged in recent years. In 1912, however, all factories were closed because the water level in the stream Muela fell and the steam engine that propelled the hydropower has been recognized as very dangerous. Today, thanks to a rehabilitation program implemented by residents of Waterdown, the resort is a beautiful park in good condition.

Damajagua Falls
The activities designed for nature lovers will have the gold beyond the sandy beaches of Puerto Plata and the mountains covered with silver, waterfalls Damajagua 27, fairytale labyrinth of tunnels and caves set against the backdrop of the rural landscape of mountains. A journey through the jungle and scale the mounds of rock as high as 40 feet before cascading into the crystal clear swimming pools. The intrepid explorers trekking hours to reach the highest waterfall in three hours before landing on the track. shortest path but equally challenging climbs up and down in the first seven, with many swimming breaks in between.

Kegon Falls. Japan
It is one of Japan's three major waterfalls that takes water from Lake Chuzenji to 318 meters from the edge of a cliff into a river below. You can take an elevator down to an observation post for a spectacular view.It usually shrouded in fog and mist. On the side of the tomb is an impressive display of rock formations cobalt.