27 waterfalls that are so beautiful they'll take your breath away
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It's hard not to be in awe of waterfalls.
From their sheer beauty to their immense power, they're one of the most picturesque things in the natural world. And since most of us don't see them nearly as often as we'd like, it's even more special when we do.
Falls are sometimes found in remote locations, or they're difficult to get to, or only flow seasonally, so it takes a lot of planning to be able to glimpse a view.
If you need some travel inspiration, here are 27 waterfalls you need to see at least once.
Skógafoss, Iceland
Maridav/ShutterstockIceland's Skógafoss waterfall is easily one of the most stunning falls in the world, with rainbows appearing on most days. They can be viewed from the bottom or the top, after a 370-step climb. The tallest of the 26 waterfalls on the Skoga River, this 197-foot fall is especially unique because it flows directly from two glaciers.
Pearl Shoal Waterfall, China
Efired/ShutterstockPearl Shoal Waterfall is located in China's Sichuan province, and is named for the pearl-like colors the thin water reflects in the sun when it flows over the shoal surface beneath it. The 130-foot falls are also tied to a fascinating legend of a young girl who pulled sacred water down from the mountain, creating the falls and a dense, beautiful forest.
Veliki Slap Waterfall, Croatia
Fesus Robert/ShutterstockLocated near the border of Bosnia, Plitvice National Park is Croatia's first national park and home to more than a dozen waterfalls of varying sizes. The largest is the Veliki Slap Waterfall at 255 feet. Visiting in the winter will give you a different view, as the falls partially freeze and become surrounded by snow and ice.
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