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13 June 2012

10 Tallest Waterfalls of the World

10 Tallest Waterfalls of the World


There is no better place for relaxation than nature. The beauty of nature is always accentuated by the presence of water bodies around be it a river, lake or waterfall. Even the loud noise of falling water from a height in the hills is music to ears.  As one approaches the bottom of a waterfall, the mist of the falling water and the tiny droplets of water touching the body gives a deep sense of respite. Hence, waterfalls are a popular spot for picnickers all around the world. Here are some of the tallest and most beautiful waterfalls in the world.

1.  Angel Falls


Angel falls is the highest waterfall of the world, with a height of 3,212 feet. It is located in Canaima National Park in Venezuela.  It has different names in different languages. In Pemon language it is known as Parakupa-vena or kerepakupi merú which means waterfall from the highest point. In Spanish it is called Salto Ángel. 

2.  Tugella falls



Tugela Falls are located in the Drakensberg (Dragon’s Mountains) in the Royal Natal National Park in KawZuli-Natal Province, Republic of South Africa. It consists of 5 free-leaping  falls dropping at from a height of 3,110 feet.  They are also considered as God gifted waterfalls as their water is very pure and thus safe to drink.

3.  Cataratas las Tres Hermanas



“Cataratas las Tres Hermanas” means “waterfall of the three sisters”. These waterfalls are 3,000 feet in their height. They are located in Rio Cutivireni in Peru.

31 March 2012

15 Most Beautiful Roads in the World

15 Most Beautiful Roads in the World

The greatest driving roads in the world should have a perfect mixture between challenging and complicated bends, long fast straights, little to no traffic and especially breathtaking views!
These roads might have enough twists and turns to give you a headache but you’ll feel incredible after you’ve conquered them and you’ll surely want to try it again and again and again.
Here is a list with the 15 Most Beautiful Roads in the World to drive on that you’ll surely like.

1.      The Overseas Highway – Florida Keys


The Overseas Highway leaps from island to island across 42 bridges southwest through Florida Keys and it was built in 1938 along the course of an old railroad that has been destroyed by a hurricane. The highway is mostly over water and in about four hours you can enjoy the beautiful scenery and the ocean and of course, the incredible sunrises and sunsets if you come here at the right time. During holidays the traffic will make journeys through this highway a bit longer but I’m sure everyone would love to stay on this road as long as possible.