6. Angel Falls, Venezuela
Points – 7.5
The Angel Falls can be found in Venezuela and it is one of the highest water drops in the world. The water falls from 3,122 feet and the total plunge is of 2,648 feet, which makes for quite a view even from farther away.
The waterfall is in the Canaima National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The falls are known both as the “Angel Falls” after US aviator Jimmie Angel, who flew over the falls, but also as Salto Angel, which is the Spanish name. Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez announced a few years back that he wanted to change the name back to the term used by the indigenous people, namely Kerepakupai Vena. Truth be told, it’s a bit late since it’s already quite so popular and famous across the world.
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