NameAngel Falls Architectural StyleN/A SignificanceHighest uninterrupted waterfall in the world Type of StructureNatural LocationBolivar State, Venezuela

Architecture

Cultural and Religious Significance

Legacy

Fun Facts

References

History

While the indigenous Pemon people had known about the falls for centuries, it was not known to the outside world until the mid-20th century. The falls are named after Jimmy Angel, an American aviator, who flew over the falls in 1933 while searching for a gold ore bed. In 1937, Angel tried to land his plane on the Auyantepui but the plane got stuck, and he and his companions had to descend the mountain on foot. It took them 11 days to make the trek. The plane was later retrieved and is now on display at the Aviation Museum in Maracay, Venezuela.

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Architecture

Angel Falls is a natural wonder, its architecture is not man-made but shaped by the forces of nature. It falls off the edge of the Auyantepui Mountain in the Canaima National Park. The falls are fed by rains that fall on the Auyantepui, and the water collects into the Gauja River (also known as the Kerep River), which flows into the Churun River, a tributary of the Carrao River.

Cultural and Religious Significance

The indigenous Pemon people call Angel Falls 'Kerepakupai Vena', which means 'waterfall of the deepest place'. For them, the falls have always been a sacred place and they believe it is protected by the spirits. The falls are also an important part of Venezuela's national identity and cultural heritage.

Legacy

Angel Falls is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Venezuela's top tourist attractions. Despite its remote location and the difficulty of access, the site attracts thousands of visitors each year. The falls have also inspired the settings for various films and animated features, including the 2009 Disney film 'Up'.

Fun Facts

Angel Falls is the highest uninterrupted waterfall in the world, with a height of 979 meters and a plunge of 807 meters. The falls are named after Jimmy Angel, a US aviator, who was the first to fly over the falls in 1933. The falls are located in the Canaima National Park in the Gran Sabana region of Bolivar State, Venezuela.