South America - the continent's greatest natural wonders.Here are some unique geographical features as the deepest in the world of the Amazon River and the lowland of the same name, which occupies the largest area, the length of the mountain chain in the land - the Andes, the highest waterfall Angel ...
Nature attractions, due to which many famous South America -waterfalls.The wettest continent is rich in rivers.And the presence of mountain ranges and plateaus with steep rocky slopes creates many obstacles in their path, becoming a cause of falls.They are a grand spectacle: the flow of falling water, clouds of steam, wet rocks, rainbow, roar and the roar of the stream ...
largest waterfall in South America
best known Angel Falls and Iguazu.If the first is the highest in the world, the second among the most beautiful.
unique Angel Falls in South America on the river Churun Venezuela became known in 1933, when the pilot, James Angel saw him flying over the jungle.Four years later, he organized the first expedition to the Auyan-tepui - a plateau with steep walls, from which breaks down and falls.The saga of the crashed plane and passing eleven days through the jungle Angela brought worldwide fame.A waterfall named after him in Spanish transcription.
highest waterfall in South America - Angel - is located in the remote area, so its height could be set only in 1949.It made an expedition US National Geographic Society.The overall height is considered to be equal to 1054 m and the highest continuous flight of water - 877 m.
Since 1994, the Canaima National Park and Angel Falls in South America on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Currently, the ubiquitous tourists reached and impenetrable jungles of Venezuela.Here for them excursions to Angel on airplanes, helicopters and by sea.Despite the difficulties of the way, the routes are very popular, as those wishing to witness one of the natural wonders of the lot.They are waiting for South America, waterfalls and unforgettable views.
Iguaçu - big water
Iguazu Falls in South America really is a system of waterfalls.They are located on the eponymous river, flowing through the Brazilian Highlands, on the border of Argentina and Brazil.
It's hard to imagine the greatness of Iguaçu!Almost 300 separate streams cascading from a height of about 80 m and their width - more than 3 km!The roar of the waterfall can be heard at a great distance, clouds of mist rise above them at any time.In good weather you can easily see a full rainbow, the moon too.
word "Iguazu" in the Guarani Indian language means "big water".And it's true, because every second through the waterfall flows almost 5000 cubic meters of water.Iguazu Falls - the largest waterfall in South America.
way, on the river of the same name, there are several places where water jumping from the ledge bed.The largest waterfall - Nakunday Falls.Its height is about 40 m.
Other waterfalls
Brazil on the Parana River is a unique waterfall in South America - Guaira (Network-Kedas).He was the most powerful in the world - the water consumption was three times greater than that of Niagara!If not such a high altitude (34 meters), he attracted a lot of tourists, but was flooded during the construction of the most powerful hydroelectric power station in the world - Itaipu and the rock from which it is overthrown, he blew up.
Now along with Iguazu Falls is very popular Caracol.It is located close to their homes, and is equipped for tourists.On the waterfall coming off the height of 131 meters, you can admire the tower with a viewing platform or climb to the top of the hill by cable car.You can also go down to his foot on a metal ladder almost a thousand steps, but the elevator to lift is not provided.
San Rafael
In Ecuador, the most famous is the San Rafael waterfall on the river Kihos.It is a double stage with a total height of 150 meters. It is located in the Andes waterfall at the foot of the volcano reventador among dense rainforest.Tourists have to admire it from a distance, with a specially built viewing platform.This is done for security reasons, as were the deaths of brave men who tried to get close to the monumental water flow.Yes, and cover the whole eye is easier with a remote waterfall, and the noise and the roar could be heard at a distance of tens of kilometers.Constantly hanging mist of spray crashing on the rocks at the water settles all around, making paths and slopes slippery and very dangerous.
Falls itself is in danger of extinction.Twenty kilometers upstream on the River Kihos construction of a hydroelectric dam.
wonders of nature, which can lose South America - waterfalls, destroyed by human activities.
Falls Peru Peruvian
gocta often recognized third in the world in height (771 m) after the Angel, and the Tugela in South Africa.But this assertion is debatable.Stefan Tsimmendorf Falls opened in 2002. The number of falling water varies depending on the season.
At the foot of the waterfall there are tropical rainforests with lots of rare animals.All of them are part of the nature reserve, in which the journey is permitted to perform only with an experienced guide.
Another Peruvian waterfall - Umbilla (Yumbilla).It is located in the Amazon basin.National Geographical Institute of Peru reported that its height is 895.5 m. The source of the river is in a cave.Umbilla consists of four or five benches.Difficult to ascertain because of the inaccessibility of the area.
Waterfall low water, dries up in the dry season.Located in the impenetrable forest of the eastern slope of the Andes, Umbilla can be assessed only by means of a conductor of the locals.
Tequendama Falls in anticipation of tourists
In Colombia, the river Bogota Tequendama Falls is a waterfall ("Open Door").Located within the hour accessibility of the capital, just 20 km downstream, it is very popular among tourists.
Locals believe that the Great Spirit once cut the rock to save the people from the flood.
137-meter waterfall has attracted so many people that with him the castle was built for the then president, then turned into a hotel.Eighteen of its rooms were never empty, as you near the beautiful full-flowing waterfall was considered very prestigious.
Unfortunately, civilization has reached these places, and that was manifested in pollution and shallowing of the river.As a result, the flow of tourists has dried up.Only in recent years it has been prohibited discharge of sewage in Bogota and were cleaned river.Local authorities hope to increase the profits from tourism, as a point of interest, besides being very close to the capital, is worthy of attention as the other waterfalls in South America (see photo. In the article).
meantime Tequendama Falls has the gloomy reputation due the fact that it is often choose a place for settling scores with the life of desperate people.
Falls
Guyana Kaieteur Falls, is considered one of the most beautiful natural sites of the world, is located in the jungle of Guyana.Mazaruni River brings down from a height of 226 meters, more than 650 cubic meters of water every second.It's amazing that such a powerful waterfall remained unknown to Europeans until 1870, when he was discovered by the British geologist Charles Brown.
remote and inaccessible Kaieteur caused his low popularity among tourists.But the majestic views of the grand waterfall is impressive even in the photo.In 1929 there was organized Kaieteur National Park.
second famous waterfall in Guyana - Orinduik located on one of the tributaries of the Amazon - river Ireng.It is a cascade of waterfalls in a total height of about 25 m. The picturesque multi-level flow of water 150 m wide flows among red jasper rocks and piles of stones.
Tourists are attracted not only by the beauty of landscapes Orinduika, but also the opportunity to swim in its warm waters.Waterfall is not so majestic and menacing as the Kaieteur, but much more hospitable.Falling with low benches jet produce the effect of a relaxing massage, and the river itself can be easily forded.
Waterfall is visited by thousands of tourists, so on both sides of the river are built runways for small passenger planes.
Chilean waterfalls
Chile also has waterfalls, among which the most famous Salto Grande ("Big Jump") and Petrogue.The first of these is the National Park Torres del Paine and has a height of 15 m. In spite of this, the waterfall looks impressive and is a favorite destination among tourists.
Petrogue located within the National Park Vicente Perez Rosales far from dormant volcano Osorno.The volume of water flow depends on the level of Lake Todos, from which the river begins.The average consumption is 270 cubic meters per second.
waterfall Salto de Laja height of 35 meters is located in the province of Bio-Bio.He was considered a sacred place among the Mapuche Indians.Only one young man who was able to cross the waterfall, was considered a man.
All three waterfalls are very popular with tourists, so their surroundings are different infrastructure.
High mountains, fire-breathing volcanoes, virgin forests, deep rivers, amazing flora and fauna - are the famous tourist destination in South America.Waterfalls occupy a worthy place in the list.But we must remember that even the grand objects of nature in need of protection rights.
