Angel Falls Venezuela, the world’s tallest uninterrupted waterfall at a staggering 979 meters in height, has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. A mesmerising video shared on X (Formally known as Twitter) took the internet by storm, showcasing the awe-inspiring beauty of this natural wonder. The video, filmed by a group of tourists on a boat, offers a breathtaking view of Angel Falls. As the waterfall cascades down from the mountain peak, it’s surrounded by ethereal clouds, nestled among lush greenery. The sheer scale of the falls leaves viewers in awe, unable to get enough of this extraordinary sight.
Unsurprisingly, the video quickly went viral, amassing over 3 million views.
Angel Falls in Venezuela,the world's tallest uninterrupted waterfall pic.twitter.com/EmkbYx4unx
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The comments section reflects the shared sentiment of awe and admiration, with one user describing it as “Maybe, the most beautiful place on Earth.”
Maybe, the most beautiful place on Earth.— Saint George .•.🌎✨⭐️ (@JorgeDeTellus) September 11, 2023
Another comment highlighted the connection between Angel Falls and the animated film Up by Disney-Pixar. In the movie, the character Carl Fredricksen’s house is carried away by balloons to a location resembling the Tepui mountains and waterfalls of Venezuela, including the fictional Paradise Falls.
Beautiful😍…It inspired the setting for the 2009 Disney-Pixar animated film 'Up'..In the movie, the character Carl Fredricksen's house is lifted by balloons and travels to a remote location that is reminiscent of the Tepui mountains and waterfalls of Venezuela, including the…— Tech.Is.Beautiful (@LifeInfoFun) September 11, 2023
But there’s more to Angel Falls than meets the eye. Named after American aviator Jimmy Angel, who brought them to global attention in 1933, the falls hold a rich history. Indigenous peoples had known about these falls long before, referring to them as Kerepakupay Vená, informed another X user.
A height of 979 meters (3,212 feet) and a plunge of 807 meters (2,648 feet).The falls are named after American aviator Jimmy Angel, who is credited with bringing them to global attention in 1933, although they were known to indigenous peoples long before.
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According to the New World Encyclopedia, Angel Falls, also known as Salto Ángel, is situated in Venezuela’s Canaima National Park. It stands as the world’s highest free-falling waterfall, with an uninterrupted drop of 2,648 feet (979 meters). The falls are nestled in the Guayana highlands.
Angel Falls is unique not only for its height but also for its location on Auyan Tepui, a tabletop mountain. The falls are an impressive 500 feet wide at their base and a remarkable 15 times higher than America’s iconic Niagara Falls.
Despite its remote location and the absence of roads leading to nearby villages, Angel Falls remains one of Venezuela’s top tourist attractions. It’s a place that inspires feelings of awe and wonder in the hearts of those who embark on the journey to witness its beauty.
The official height of Angel Falls was established by a National Geographic Society survey in 1949. Additionally, Canaima National Park, where the falls are located, earned recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994, further emphasising its global significance.