Which Is The Tallest Waterfall In The World?
By Jasreet Kaur
25, Oct 2024 03:30 PM
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Do you know?
Angel Falls is located in the jungles of Venezuela. It is the tallest waterfall in the world, plunging over 3,200 feet from a cliff. Tap to read more.
Height
Angel Falls in Venezuela is over 3,200 feet tall, making it the world’s highest waterfall. Water falls for almost half a mile.
Geographical Setting
It is located in Canaima National Park, on a tall mountain called Auyán-Tepui. The waterfall flows off a steep cliff.
Name Origin
The waterfall is named after Jimmy Angel, a pilot who landed nearby. His discovery made the falls famous.
Mystical Beauty
Mist surrounds Angel Falls, giving it a magical look as water falls from the cliffs. This mist is visible from miles away.
Seasonal Flow
During rainy months, more water flows over the falls than in the dry season. Sometimes, in dry months, it almost stops.
Remote Access
You can only reach Angel Falls by air or riverboat through thick rainforest. The journey is long but worth it.
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