The famous waterfall found in Venezuela is Angel Falls (Salto Ángel). It is the world's highest uninterrupted waterfall, dropping 979 meters (3,212 feet). Located in the Canáima National Park, Angel Falls is a popular tourist destination, known for its breathtaking beauty and dramatic setting within a tropical rainforest. The waterfall is named after American aviator Jimmie Angel, who flew over it in the 1930s.