Iguazu Falls

Waterfalls Iguazu - one of the most amazing creations of nature. The water complex consists of more than 270 waterfalls and is located in the Iguazu National Park . The waterfall is a set of cascades, from which water falls down with a noise. They are separated by islands covered with turbulent vegetation. If the cascades of the waterfall were a single wall of water, then the widest in the world would be Iguazu. For the convenience of tourists, bridges are laid between the islands, allowing, while walking, to enjoy this spectacular spectacle. The Iguazu National Park is located in Argentina, on the border with neighboring Brazil.

Scientists believe that the relief that forms such an unusual water system is the result of a volcanic eruption, after which there was a wide cleft in the ground, which was later filled with streams of a mountainous mountain river. So there were waterfalls Iguazu. The height of waterfalls entering this complex is from 70 to 80 meters, and the volume of water discharged by them can exceed 1800 cubic meters of water per second. However, the fullness depends on the season, and in the dry season not all waterfalls can remain active.

The most powerful of them is the Devil's Throat - a waterfall in the center. It is a cascade of 14 waterfalls, which stretches for 2700 meters. The power of falling water in it reaches such power that it is constantly surrounded by a 30-meter cloud of spray. The streams of water falling from it create such an eerie roar that you can hear it, being many kilometers from Iguazu.

The history of the discovery of the Iguazu Falls

Its name is an unusual place received from the tribe of Indians Guarani. In translation from the language of Guarani Iguazu - "big water". It is also called a river that feeds a waterfall. In the absence of rain, the river becomes shallow, and visitors can observe only two separate waterfalls. But when the river is filled during the rainy season, two waterfalls are combined into one, the width of which is about 4 kilometers. During this period, Iguazu Falls are particularly interesting. The flow of water in the river reaches 13,000 cubic meters per second. Water rushes along numerous cascades downwards, where it forms a stream of foam, which rushes noisily further. It is during the rainy season that you can fully experience the greatness and power of the waterfall.

For the first time, the Europeans discovered the Iguazu Falls in 1541. The conquistadors stumbled upon the waterfall, heading through the Brazilian Highlands to the west in search of gold. Attracted by an unusual buzz, they came to this place. The picture they saw struck their imagination so much that the waterfall was called "St. Mary's Jump", though the name did not stick to it. At that time, the waterfall did not arouse much interest among the Spanish rulers. They were really interested in it only at the beginning of the 20th century. And on the official map he appeared in 1928.

Excursions to Iguazu are very exciting. Walking through the system of waterfalls can be very long, and each new place offers a magnificent view of the waterfall. Standing at one point, you can survey individual rivers of water from different angles. We can say that from this point of view, Iguassu is much more convenient for tourists than, for example, the Victoria Falls, which can be seen entirely, only climbing up by helicopter.

This amazing natural creation is worth it to see it with your own eyes. For a trip to Iguazu, it is worth choosing the rainy season, when the water flow in the waterfall system is the most powerful. Then you will get an indelible impression of the strength and beauty of this creation of nature. It will be an unforgettable vacation. Argentina in general is a very interesting country to visit, so do not postpone your trip there. Go to Iguazu today!