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Which waterfall is the highest in the world?

Quick Answer

Angel Falls in Venezuela is the highest uninterrupted waterfall on Earth at 979 metres.

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Angel Falls, in Canaima National Park, Venezuela, is the tallest uninterrupted waterfall in the world. It drops 979 metres in total, with a single plunge of 807 metres. The falls descend from Auyán-tepui, a flat-topped mountain in the Guiana Highlands. They were named after American aviator Jimmie Angel, who flew over the area in 1933.

Key Facts

1.Total height: 979 m
2.Single drop: 807 m
3.Named after Jimmie Angel

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