There is nothing more soothing than watching a river fall from a cliff to water the land surrounded by lush green fields, rocks, and a series of cliffs. Waterfalls are the best spots for eco-tourism. What could be better than enjoying a bath beneath a natural shower that is making its way from monumental heights to the ground? A waterfall provides a variety of thrilling experiences at one spot. The sound of water falling on the ground and hitting the surface is a natural melody that takes all the tiredness away and fills your heart with joy. Nothing can be more beautiful than nature’s creation and waterfalls are the epitome of nature’s beautiful creation. The beauty of a waterfall is not only defined by its height but also by the terrain, the surroundings, and the spot it falls over.

Here is a list of 5 of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world

Sutherland Falls: Sutherland Waterfalls is located close to the fjord of Milford Sound and is one of the top places of attractions for tourists. You can have a glimpse of the waterfalls from a helicopter while flying over it. However, the real adventure junkies are those who take the opportunity of climbing the Milford rock while enjoying the scenic beauty falling in the way. It is one of the most picturesque spots in the country. A 53-kilometer long walk from the Quintin Public Shelter will take you to the base of to enjoy the mind-boggling view of water falling from a height of 581 meters.

Sutherland Falls

Gocta Cataracts: There is no better place to enjoy the magnificent view of thick streams of water piercing through the dense forests, than Peru. It is one of the tallest waterfalls of Peru which is situated close to the city of Chachapoyas. The waterfall was known only to a few locals until discovered by a German man named Stefan Ziemendorf in 2005. It is a two-layered waterfall that appears like smoke when looked at from a distance. The perennial waterfall located in the Bongara province creates an eye-catching view while falling from a height of 771 meters at its full pace. It is a well-known tourist destination among the locals as well as foreign tourists.

Gocta Cataracts

Victoria Falls: This magnificent waterfall has a width of 1.7 kilometers(1 mile) and a height of 108 meters(360 ft), double the tallness of North America’s Niagara Falls. Its ancient name translates into “The Smoke that Thunders” and its appearance does full justice to the name. Situated on the Zambezi River in southern Africa, this waterfall is located between the Zambian and Zimbabwe border. It is also one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the world. The waterfall particularly looks glorious in the rainy season. The scenic beauty surrounding the rocks donning the waterfall make it a perfect holiday destination that provides you ample opportunities to flaunt your photography skills.

Victoria Falls

Niagara Falls: No waterfall list can be complete without mentioning the Niagara falls. Located in the Canadian city of Ontario. The Niagara Falls is actually three distinct waterfalls, the American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, and Horseshoe Falls. The Niagara Falls lies between the twin urban communities of Niagara Falls, Ontario, and Niagara Falls, New York. This the reason the waterfalls are called North-American waterfalls rather than Canadian or American waterfalls. Nearly 14 million visitors pay a visit to this marvelous creation of nature every day. The total height of the Niagara waterfalls in 51 meters.

Niagara Falls

Detain Falls: Arguably the most beautiful waterfall on this list, Detian is Asia’s largest transnational waterfall. It is shared by China and Vietnam and gets its beauty from the series of mini-mountains covered by lush green plans that surround the waterfall. It is one of the most scenic waterfalls in the world. It looks particularly exotic when looked at from the Chinese side and is a heaven for photographers. However, the waterfall was opened very late for the travellers due to the tensions between China and Vietnam. It is also an important destination for adventure lovers as it provides you the opportunity to enjoy an hour-long hike. You can also enjoy boating at the gorge created due to the fall of water. The height of the waterfall is 60 meters.

Detain Falls