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# 55 Awesome Waterfalls around the World ...

Waterfalls are one of my favorite creations of Mother Nature. I am a real water baby so the wet stuff in any form has always held a fascination for me. If there is a waterfall anywhere near where I am staying on a trip, I'll find time to visit. Big or small, I love them all. Here are some awesome waterfalls from around the world.

## 1. Erawan Waterfall, Thailand

![Erawan Waterfall, Thailand](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/hz/z1/qwmp2agl_600x900.jpg)

Via [backpacking-tips-asia.com](https://backpacking-tips-asia.com/)
Erawan is a seven level waterfall and drops 1500 meters.

## 2. Elves Chasm, USA

![Elves Chasm, USA](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/qx/dm/uewlnw6l_426x640.jpg)

Via [Elves Chasm](https://www.flickr.com/photos/azicit/2465430294/)
One of the most popular attractions on the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon.

## 3. Wailua Falls, USA

![Wailua Falls, USA](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/po/hy/c7hmkhts_462x700.jpg)

Via [Wailua Falls by William Waterfall ...](https://fineartamerica.com/featured/wailua-falls-william-waterfall--printscapes.html)
There are so many gorgeous waterfalls in Hawaii.

## 4. Shifen Waterfall, Taiwan

_ Via 50 Of The Most Beautiful ..._
Shifen waterfall is only 20 meters high, but it is 40 meters wide.

## 5. Mealt Falls, Scotland

![Mealt Falls, Scotland](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ui/ll/g0o0q0sz_600x900.jpg)

Via [14 Places You'd Never Believe ...](https://www.buzzfeed.com/hilarywardle/12-places-youd-never-believe-were-in-scotland-aplm)
This waterfall that plunges into the sea is just one of the fabulous geographical features of the Isle of Skye.

## 6. Havasu Falls, USA

![Havasu Falls, USA](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/hn/k4/wjsy8z88_600x908.jpg)

Another of the stunning waterfalls of the Grand Canyon.

## 7. Gitgit Twin Waterfalls and Emerald Pool, Indonesia

![Gitgit Twin Waterfalls and Emerald Pool, Indonesia](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/zq/hs/wmovxpq9_333x500.jpg)

Via [Gitgit Waterfall (Singaraja, Indonesia): Address, ...](http://www.tripadvisor.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com)
One of the great places to visit in Bali.

## 8. Glencar Waterfall, Ireland

_ Via flickr.com_
The wooded walk from where you can view the waterfall is a lovely romantic spot.

## 9. Haifoss Waterfall, Iceland

![Haifoss Waterfall, Iceland](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/tz/ex/tncmcmy0_553x971.jpg)

All of the waterfalls in Iceland have a sense of the dramatic.

## 10. Maletsunyane Falls, Lesotho

_ Via Semonthong Waterfall, Lesotho, Africa_
This type of waterfall is known as a horsetail.

## 11. Uluru Waterfall, Australia

_ Via Travel Pinspiration - Outback Australia_
Waterfalls are a welcome sight in Australia's Red Center.

## 12. Baatara Gorge Waterfall, Lebanon

![Baatara Gorge Waterfall, Lebanon](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ld/vo/fl5jw2wo_600x1039.jpg)

Via [The Only Thing Better Than ...](https://www.huffpost.com/entry/three-bridge-chasm_n_5694830?utm_hp_ref=travel)
The Three Bridges Chasm waterfall drops 255 meters into the Baatara Pothole, a cave of Jurassic limestone.

## 13. Trummelbach Falls, Switzerland

![Trummelbach Falls, Switzerland](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/bc/eh/i8g1z16y_386x640.jpg)

Via [DSC_02730014](https://www.flickr.com/photos/7185749@N04/4423093017/in/set-72157623471878791)
Alpine waterfalls are usually swollen by glacial melt waters. The pretty village in this pic is Gimmelwald in the Lauterbrunnen Valley.

## 14. Jeongbang Waterfall, South Korea

![Jeongbang Waterfall, South Korea](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/o0/g1/g7ylvf3x_426x640.jpg)

Via [Jeongbang Waterfall](https://www.flickr.com/photos/juliandwills/2897260513/)
The only waterfall in Asia that plunges directly into the ocean.

## 15. La Fortuna, Costa Rica

![La Fortuna, Costa Rica](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/y4/sd/k7gy28ee_333x500.jpg)

Via [waterfall, La Fortuna, Costa Rica](https://www.flickr.com/photos/46385161@N08/6205818646/)
The end of the River Tenorio which winds through the rainforest in the Arenal Mountain until it plunges at the base of the dormant Chato Volcano.

## 16. Izvorul Bigăr, Romania

![Izvorul Bigăr, Romania](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/bi/h9/shzxu61x_570x852.jpg)

Via [This Waterfall Looks Like Something ...](https://www.huffpost.com/entry/bigar-waterfall-photos_n_5020922)
Absolutely one of the most unique waterfalls in the world. I have to go see this for real.

## 17. Ouzoud Waterfalls, Morocco

![Ouzoud Waterfalls, Morocco](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/gn/qn/nbk5u8yj_600x900.jpg)

Via [Ouzoud waterfall](https://www.flickr.com/photos/banklins/4683655356/)
One of the most visited sites in the Grand Atlas Mountains.

## 18. Sylvia Falls, Australia

![Sylvia Falls, Australia](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/y2/do/q6bxr0w4_333x500.jpg)

The falls of the Valley of the Waters Creek in the Blue Mountains of New South Wales may not be big, but they sure are pretty.

## 19. Duden Waterfalls, Turkey

_ Via All sizes | Duden waterval ..._
The Duden Waterfalls is a series of falls on the Duden River that end when the cliffs reach the Mediterranean Sea.

## 20. The Krimml Waterfalls, Austria

![The Krimml Waterfalls, Austria](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/kp/po/hfboe5rw_600x900.jpg)

Via [Top 10 Most Incredible Waterfalls ...](https://goo.gl/Gm5F5q)
Austria's highest waterfall (and it is stunningly beautiful in real life.)

## 21. Vøringfossen Waterfall, Iceland

![Vøringfossen Waterfall, Iceland](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/j6/gk/scsujv0n_376x800.jpg)

Via [Vøringfossen Dawn](http://500px.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com)
I lost count of how many waterfalls I saw in Iceland.

## 22. The Iguazu Waterfalls, Argentina/Brazil

![The Iguazu Waterfalls, Argentina/Brazil](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/es/lv/v6viwe04_480x640.jpg)

Via [Most Beautiful Places In The ...](https://www.dirjournal.com/blogs/the-most-beautiful-places-in-the-world/)
Forming part of the border between the two great South American countries, Iguazu is one of the greatest waterfalls in the world.

## 23. Angel Falls, Venezuela

![Angel Falls, Venezuela](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/rl/ik/au6fk8ka_427x640.jpg)

Via [Angel Falls - My Highlight ...](https://www.flickr.com/photos/14691648@N06/3151989252/in/gallery-45483006@N06-72157627161777208/lightbox/)
The highest waterfall in the world, Angel Falls has a drop of 979 meters.

## 24. St Nectan’s Knieve, England

![St Nectan’s Knieve, England](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/qk/ar/xinwzdo8_389x550.jpg)

Via [The Magical Glen by Angie ...](http://www.redbubble.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com)
It's easy to see why waterfalls are considered romantic and enchanted. This is in Merlin and King Arthur country near Tintagel in Cornwall.

## 25. The Valley of Tears, Iceland

_ Via Valley of Tears, Iceland_
I know I am including a few waterfalls in Iceland, but it's kind of an obsession of mine.

## 26. Multnomah Falls, USA

![Multnomah Falls, USA](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ow/p3/z3atgwb0_344x764.jpg)

Via [Centenaro the Digital Nomad](https://luizcent.com/)
I'd put Oregon on my bucket list just to visit this magical waterfall.

## 27. Kegon Falls, Japan

![Kegon Falls, Japan](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ae/en/q7osra5h_509x800.jpg)

Via [Fukuroda Falls](https://www.flickr.com/photos/shiruchi/5085736773/in/faves-barretthall/)
Considered the most beautiful waterfall in Japan. Just as beautiful when it freezes in winter.

## 28. Waterfalls of Fonissa, Greece

![Waterfalls of Fonissa, Greece](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/wb/qy/rp88dy3q_400x640.jpg)

Via [bluehornet.gr](https://goo.gl/VK4N5f)
The island of Kythera was home to Aphrodite's ancestors. Can you imagine them swimming in this stunning plunge pool?

## 29. Chamarel Waterfall, Mauritius

![Chamarel Waterfall, Mauritius](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/n7/m2/wpb1tbcm_427x640.jpg)

Via [21-2Q0B1405](https://www.flickr.com/photos/fahren/8760026346/)
At 83 meters, this is the highest waterfall in Mauritius.

## 30. Monkey’s Hole Waterfalls, Brazil

![Monkey’s Hole Waterfalls, Brazil](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/il/pv/u69b3zhj_424x892.jpg)

Via [Spectacular Places You Should Visit ...](https://www.fantasticviewpoint.com/spectacular-places-you-should-visit-in-your-life/)
The falls are near Bonito - the eco-tourism capital of Brazil.

## 31. Triberg Falls, Germany

![Triberg Falls, Germany](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/vf/a9/ekce4l9c_480x728.jpg)

Via [The Black Forest image gallery ...](https://goo.gl/NTyXf3)
Germany's highest falls are in the heart of the Black Forest.

## 32. Dunn's River Falls, Jamaica

![Dunn's River Falls, Jamaica](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/jk/na/pkk34bb8_500x667.jpg)

Via [Dunn Falls _ by Hannes ...](https://fineartamerica.com/featured/dunn-falls--hannes-cmarits.html)
I'm happy to describe this as a waterfall in tropical paradise.

## 33. Pailón Del Diablo Waterfall, Ecuador

![Pailón Del Diablo Waterfall, Ecuador](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/r9/e7/cd637coh_427x640.jpg)

Via [Blog of Francesco Mugnai - ...](https://goo.gl/jgLwO9)
What an amazing way to view a waterfall.

## 34. Agua Azul Waterfall, Mexico

_ Via Yahoo - login_
Shallow falls are just as marvelous as towering plunges.

## 35. Madakaripura Waterfall, Indonesia

![Madakaripura Waterfall, Indonesia](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/pr/a2/kkf3bh8y_287x693.jpg)

Via [Madakaripura: The Hidden Legend](https://www.flickr.com/photos/tropicaliving/5359796297/in/set-72157625836037424)
Called the eternal waterfall because its flow never ceases.

## 36. Gullfoss, Iceland

![Gullfoss, Iceland](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/zg/ww/ojxe0017_389x500.jpg)

Via [Waterfall Gullfoss, Iceland](https://www.flickr.com/photos/ch_ou89/133364703/)
Another of the incredible waterfalls in the Land of Fire and Ice.

## 37. Steinsdalsfossen, Norway

![Steinsdalsfossen, Norway](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/nv/yo/j64s59gw_600x800.jpg)

Via [visitnorway.com](https://www.visitnorway.com/?pid=86428)
This is one of the cool waterfalls that you can walk behind.

## 38. Waterfalls in Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia

![Waterfalls in Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/x8/xv/zjqr57cn_600x759.jpg)

Via [Plitvice Lakes Vertical](https://www.flickr.com/photos/lmphotography1/3054666231/)
The waterfalls don't have individual names because there are so many of them between the lakes.

## 39. Henrhyd Waterfall, Wales

_ Via Beautiful Tropical Waterfall in Wales_
There are so many gorgeous tiny waterfalls in mountains of North and South Wales.

## 40. Prskalo Waterfall, Serbia

![Prskalo Waterfall, Serbia](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/hr/cj/pg2k10wi_461x703.jpg)

Via [Best Romantic Getaway Ideas and ...](https://www.mantripping.com/romantic-getaway)
The name means "splashed" in English. Somewhat apt.

## 41. Niagara Falls, Canada/USA

_ Via 10 of the most Beautiful ..._
The most famous waterfall in the world.

## 42. Pearl Shoal Waterfall, China

_ Via ilpuntocreativo.com_
A stunning feature of the Yangtze River

## 43. Tenaru Waterfall, Solomon Islands

![Tenaru Waterfall, Solomon Islands](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/of/cn/mlhy690z_294x800.jpg)

Via [Spectacular Places You Should Visit ...](https://www.fantasticviewpoint.com/spectacular-places-you-should-visit-in-your-life/)
A beautiful site on the Island of Guadalcanal.

## 44. Magwa Falls, South Africa

![Magwa Falls, South Africa](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/b2/et/bpbla925_480x720.jpg)

Via [Fabulous Traveling](https://www.hugedomains.com/domain_profile.cfm?d=fabuloustraveling.com)
Magwa drops 142 meters.

## 45. Kaieteur Falls, Guyana

_ Via 20 World's Most Amazing Waterfalls ..._
The falls on the River Potaro are one of the most powerful in the world.

## 46. Sutherland Falls, New Zealand

![Sutherland Falls, New Zealand](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/eh/jt/b721fzkv_600x800.jpg)

Via [25 of the World's Most ...](https://list25.com/25-tallest-waterfalls-in-the-world/)
At 508 meters high, Sutherland is one of the tallest in the world.

## 47. Victoria Falls

![Victoria Falls](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/cq/ao/vr4xralg_550x882.jpg)

Via [Who is up for it ...](https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2148041/Daredevil-kayakers-paddle-precipice-Victoria-Falls--just-better-look.html)
Can you imagine what David Livingstone felt when he saw the falls (now on the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe.) An incredible view for an explorer from a small town in Scotland.

## 48. Roughting Linn Waterfall, England

_ Via Discover Most Fascinating Places Worth ..._
I didn't know this is in my own country. Time to plan a visit.

## 49. Epupa Falls, Namibia

![Epupa Falls, Namibia](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/po/wy/g6i3uilg_560x800.jpg)

Via [Desert Dreamer](https://desert-dreamer.tumblr.com/post/10441226875/epupa-falls-namibia)
Also known as the Monte Negro Falls in Angola where it forms part of the border with Namibia.

## 50. Shannon Falls, Canada

![Shannon Falls, Canada](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/uc/s8/qv6xxb95_400x606.jpg)

Via [Vancouver BC Tours - Reserve ...](http://www.vancouvertours.net/)
Only the third highest falls in British Columbia but very pretty.

## 51. Bambarakanda Falls, Sri Lanka

![Bambarakanda Falls, Sri Lanka](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/c2/j8/ui9wpazb_600x800.jpg)

Via [awaterfall.blogspot.com](http://awaterfall.blogspot.com/2013/06/bambarakanda-falls-kalupahana-sri-lanka.html>)
Sri Lanka's tallest waterfall.

## 52. Gocta Falls, Peru

![Gocta Falls, Peru](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/df/yy/qzv7wxrv_444x626.jpg)

Via [Mozo Void](https://mozovoid.tumblr.com/post/19852143224)
Can you believe this was only made known to the world in 2005 (locals obviously knew it existed!)l

## 53. Wilberforce Falls, Canada

_ Via Amazing Pictures - Amazing Pictures ..._

One of the few major waterfalls north of the Arctic Circle.

## 54. Jog Falls, India

![Jog Falls, India](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/cp/w2/euoxttpk_310x450.jpg)

The second highest plunge waterfall in India.

## 55. La Grande Cascade De Gavarnie, France

![La Grande Cascade De Gavarnie, France](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/th/ec/tghq6t3h_600x800.jpg)

Via [frphoto500x500.mnstatic.com](https://goo.gl/gQhO9M)
The waterfall in the Pyrenees is the tallest in France.

Big or small, waterfalls are gorgeous. Do you think so too?

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