Waterfalls. These wonders are sometimes so vast and so beautiful that they become incomprehensible to the human eye. To those who have never seen any in real life, there is no explaining the sheer magnificence of these brilliant works of nature. If you are thinking of visiting one, here are a few suggestions of the most outstanding pours that the world has to offer:

	Angel Falls
	By far the highest waterfall in the world, Angel Falls stands at a gargantuan 979 metres (almost a 1km vertical drop!). Unlike in most other waterfalls, the water in Angel Falls plunges freely for most of this distance, with no obstructions. Angel Falls is located in the Canaima National Park in Venezuela and was discovered by chance by the aviator James Crawford Angel when he landed at the summit on an expedition. The waterfall was subsequently named after him, and remains a national treasure. Although flights are available for tourists to witness this marvel from the air, few venture to take the several days’ journey through the surrounding jungle by foot.
	Niagara Falls
	With its unmistakable horseshoe shape and immense power, Niagara Falls is easily the most famous waterfall in the world. Water hurtles down from three different falls – the Horseshoe Falls, the Bridal Veil Falls and the American Falls – at the Canada-USA border. It spans 670 metres (2200 ft) in width and releases more than 6 million cubic feet of water over the edge every minute during times of maximum discharge. Its characteristic form and the surrounding area were shaped by glaciers during the Pleistocene Ice Age, and today it generates a maximum of 4.4 GW of power through hydroelectric power. It is a famous natural tourist destination for many North Americans and international travelers.
	Victoria Falls
	Known to be the widest and largest waterfall in the world, Victoria Falls spans 5700 feet (more then twice the width of Niagara Falls). The African waterfall was named after the then Queen by the Scottish explorer David Livingstone in 1855. It draws its source from the Zambezi River that separates Zimbabwe and Zambia, and “The Smoke that Thunders” was a suitable original name given the level of noise and the volume of water vapour that the waterfall creates. 19 million cubic feet of water flow over its edge every minute in a sheet of brilliant white liquid and mist, making Victoria Falls a truly spectacular site to behold.
	Iguazu Falls
	With a name that means “Great Water,” this waterfall truly looks like something from El Dorado. Located along the Brazil-Argentina border, it has 275 different cascades that fall into the Iguazu River. The Falls form a narrow, 2 mile-long horseshoe trench called the Devil’s Throat and are 4 times higher than Niagara Falls. Iguazu Falls is surrounded by rich tropical foliage and is protected by both Brazilian and Argentinean National Parks, and has even greater priority as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site.
	Rhine Falls
	The Rhine Falls is the largest waterfall in Europe and is located in Switzerland just within its border with Germany. Drawing its source from the Rhine River and formed during the last Ice Age, this waterfall is visited by large numbers of tourists every year. It is easily accessible by car and other light vehicles, and contains a narrow stone staircase to the top. Its grand beauty and scenic surroundings make a top holiday destination in Europe.