Iguazu Falls

Iguazu Falls are one of the world’s largest waterfalls that extend over 2,700 m (nearly 2 miles). Iguazu Falls are created by Iguazu River, situated on the border of the Brazilian state of Parana and the Argentine province of Misiones.

Iguazu Falls

These are surrounded by two National Parks- the Iguazu National Park (Argentina) and the Iguacu National Park (Brazil). These parks were declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1984 and 1987 respectively. Both are subtropical rain-forests that are host to hundreds of rare and endangered species of flora and fauna. The falls divide the river into the upper and lower Iguazu. Iguazu Falls were nominated as candidate to be one of the ‘New Seven Wonders of Nature’ by the New Seven Wonders of the World Foundation. These had been ranking fifth in the category for lake, rivers, and waterfalls as of February 2009. Climate subtropical high temperatures throughout the year . The fall area arranges opportunities for water sports and rock climbing.