Huangguoshu Waterfall, China
From series “Most Fanciful Waterfalls of the Planet”Height: 77 meters. Width: 101 meters.
Beautiful Huangguoshu Waterfall is located in China in Guizhou Province, on the river Bai He. This waterfall is one of the largest not only in the country but also in East Asia. It looks incredibly harmonious and is surrounded by picturesque landscapes. The height of the waterfall is more than 77 meters, and the width is about 101 meters. The main cascade of the waterfall, whose height is 67 meters and the width is 83 meters, is the largest one.
The waterfall is located in a unique natural area, often called 'Oriental Switzerland'. In total in this natural area there are 18 waterfalls, they are surrounded by fabulously beautiful forests. Summer is the best time to visit this nature reserve. In the rainy season, all waterfalls are gaining full power. According to scientists, Huangguoshu is one of the oldest waterfalls of the planet. Its formation has been continiously going on for over 17 million years.
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