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There are many waterfalls in different parts of the world known for their scenic beauty. Travelers like to visit the places of natural beauty and often the place of selection is the mountain region. Waterfalls are formed in the hilly region or the mountain ranges with the nearby cover of snow. Snow melts and it forms waterfalls and even rivers form the waterfalls on the way to oceans and seas.  Waterfalls are quite awesome and large numbers of tourists like to plan the trip to the famous places of waterfalls.

Following pointers describe about the famous waterfalls of the world:

1. Jog falls in India is the most fascinating destination which is the highest waterfall in the country. Jog falls is of height 253m and it attracts large number of people from different parts of the world. Hydroelectric power station has been made on the Sharavathi River.
2. Niagara Falls is situated at the borders of America and Canada. Huge quantity of water flows down the mountain and it is really awesome view. Niagara waterfalls are the most thrilling and exciting destination spot for travelers.
3. Victoria waterfall is situated at the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe. This waterfall is considered as the largest waterfall covering large area of mountain with 1.7 km of width. The atmosphere around the waterfall is cool and exciting. The thunder and sound of falling water provides incredible view.
4. Rhine waterfall is the oldest waterfall known among people which is situated at the border of Germany and Switzerland but comes under the political control of Switzerland. This waterfall is the largest waterfall in Europe.
5. World’s highest waterfall is Angel waterfall which is situated in Bolivar state of Venezuela. The height of the waterfall is about 979 m and the river formed by the waterfall is the Churun River. Large quantity of water flows down the fall but huge quantity of water takes the form of mist due to great height of fall.
6. Tugela Falls is second highest waterfall of the world. The water of the fall is clean and is drinkable. Tugela fall is fascinating waterfall with large number of cascades.
7. Yosemite falls is the most popular and highest waterfall of North America and it is situated in California State of US. It is also a cascading waterfall with 425m of one fall and 97 m of another fall.

You can search the details of the places where waterfalls are located and can plan the wonderful trip.