Marvel at the most magnificent 'roaring smoke' waterfall in Africa
Located on the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls is one of the greatest natural wonders of the world.
Báo Khoa học và Đời sống•27/09/2025
One of the largest waterfalls on the planet. Victoria Falls is about 1.7 km wide and over 100 m high, creating a giant curtain of water that few waterfalls can match. Photo: Pinterest. Called “the roaring smoke”. The Kololo natives named the falls “Mosi-oa-Tunya”, meaning “the roaring smoke”, because the column of mist and sound could be heard from dozens of kilometers away. Photo: Pinterest.
Named by David Livingstone. Scottish explorer David Livingstone discovered the falls in 1855 and named them after Queen Victoria of England. Photo: Pinterest. There is a natural pool “on the edge of death”. Called “Devil’s Pool”, this natural pool is located right at the edge of the cliff, where brave visitors can swim and look down at the falls. Photo: Pinterest.
Creating rainbows day and night. Thanks to the dense water vapor, rainbows often appear on the falls, and at night there is even a unique “moon rainbow”. Photo: Pinterest. Rich ecosystem around. The waterfall area is home to many wild animals such as elephants, hippos, lions and rare birds. Photo: Pinterest. A UNESCO World Heritage Site. In 1989, Victoria Falls was recognized as a World Natural Heritage Site for its special ecological and landscape values. Photo: Pinterest.
A popular adventure travel destination. From bungee jumping off Victoria Bridge to white water rafting, it attracts thrill seekers from around the world. Photo: Pinterest.
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