Water in any part of the world symbolizes prosperity. Some of the world’s most thriving cities are housed on the banks or shores of a water body. Waterfalls make for some of the most gorgeous natural sights on earth, replete as they are with magnificent beauty and endless utility. It captures the best of a destination and makes for inspiring photographs.

Here is a list of some of the planet’s most beautiful waterfalls that will make your jaw drop in amazement.

1. Havasu Falls, Grand Canyon

These widely photographed Grand Canyon waterfalls cascade over bright red rocks and make headway for the region’s azure blue waters right inside the park. Havasu’s plunging sound can be heard almost a kilometer away, since it produces a nice haunting echo from rock walls that encircle it

2Gulfoss Falls, Iceland

Gulfoos Falls literally translates into Golden Falls, and this is nothing less than a natural treasure for Iceland. One of the country’s most popular natural attractions, Gulfoss runs through the Hvita River. Come summers and visitors can witness surreal rainbows floating in the mist above the falls.

Truly Instagram worthy! The iconic Icelandic waterfall is known for its jaw dropping beauty and can be viewed on the Golden Circle tour nestled in southern Iceland. Gulfoss receives water originating from the melting of Langiokull glacier. The water cascades 32 meters in a couple of stages down a rough canyon.

3McWay Falls, California

Mcway may be slightly low-key compared to other natural attractions in the state, but its still ravishing. The mammoth, 80-foot fall housed in the lush Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park on the Pacific rim cascades from the cliffs, crashing into the ocean sand. The year long waterfalls make for a lovely picnic and hiking destination

4Kilt Rock Waterfall, Scotland

Kilt Rock Waterfall gushes through several dramatic cliffs on Scotland’s mesmerizing Trotternish Peninsula spanning the famous Isle of Skye. The waterfall’s basalt columns create pleats, while a number of stones and rocky deposits form a pattern, which together closely resemble a traditional Scottish kilt. There is a pattern in everything that nature has to offer, what say?

5Yosemite Falls, California

One of Yosemite National Park’s several natural treasures, Yosemite Falls are located around 2500 feet above the upper falls to the lowest falls base, making it North America’s highest falls, and the planet’s sixth highest. The waterfalls are at their peak during May, and flow from November to July.

Look no further than Yosemite for a thrilling 8 hour walk that is worth the trouble when you catch sweeping glimpses of the falls from top. Don’t forget to carry lots of sunscreen, hat and plenty of water. The falls trails feature plenty of switchbacks and minimum shade during peak summers.