Canaima National Park, National park in Venezuela
Canaima National Park is a 30,000 km2 park in the south-east of Venezuela that borders Brazil and Guyana.
It was established on the 12th of June 1962 and declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1994.
The park is home to the indigenous Pemon people, who have lived in the area for centuries.
The park is known for its tepuis, or table-top mountains, which are a popular destination for hikers.
It is also the location of Angel Falls, the world's highest waterfall.
Location: Bolívar
Inception: June 12, 1962
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Angel Falls is the world's highest uninterrupted waterfall, with a height of 979 meters and a plunge of 807 meters.
Canaima National Park is a 30,000 km2 park in the south-east of Venezuela that borders Brazil and Guyana.
Auyantepui is one of the largest tepuis in the Guiana Highlands.
Kukenán-tepui is a stunning, flat-topped mountain surrounded by lush rainforests.
Jasper Creek, also known as Quebrada de Jaspe, is renowned for its bright red jasper bedrock.
The Cuquenan Falls are among the highest waterfalls in the world.
The Aponwao Falls, also known as Chinak Meru, have a drop of about 105 meters.
Cueva del Fantasma is a giant cave located in southern Venezuela.
The Canaima Lagoon is surrounded by waterfalls including the famous Angel Falls.
