Angel Falls, located in the Canaima National Park of Venezuela, is considered a natural wonder primarily because it is the world's highest uninterrupted waterfall. Dropping from the "Auyán-tepui" mountain, the water falls a total of 979 meters (3,212 feet), with a primary plunge of 807 meters. This height is so immense that during the dry season, much of the water evaporates into a fine mist before it even reaches the ground. Beyond its record-breaking statistics, it is a wonder of isolation and geological history; the "tepuis" (table-top mountains) from which it flows are some of the oldest geological formations on Earth, dating back billions of years. The falls were "discovered" by the outside world in 1933 when American aviator Jimmie Angel flew over them, later landing his plane on the marshy summit in a dramatic incident that left the aircraft stranded for 33 years. Its status as a UNESCO World Heritage site and its breathtaking, pristine jungle setting make it one of the most iconic and sought-after natural marvels for adventurers and nature lovers globally.