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The Iguaçu Falls
The Iguaçu Falls are a spectacular collection of 275 waterfalls extending over a length of almost 5 kilometers in an enormous canyon on the Iguaçu River.
There are 19 big waterfalls, the biggest of which is the 'Devil's Throat' which measures over 90 meters high. Only 3 of the falls, Floriano, Deodoro and Benjamin Constant are located on the Brazilian side with the majority located on the Argentinean side facing Brazil thus presenting a better view on the Brazilian side. |
Springing in Serra do Mar the River Iguaçu runs 1,320 kilometers before it reaches the waterfalls at Foz do Iguaçu.
As the waters plummet down the falls a deafening roar is created. The average flow of water over the falls is 1,800 m3 per second which accounts for around 10 million litres of water per second cascading down the falls. The resulting clouds of spray create immense rainbows presenting a stunning colourful spectacle.
Belvederes (viewing platforms) have been scattered on the paths around the falls allowing visitors to enjoy walks and treks alongside the cascading water.
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