Cultural
Mosi-oa-Tunya / Chutes Victoria
Photo : Diego Delso (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Located on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, this natural site encompasses one of Africa's largest and most powerful waterfalls. The falls are formed where the Zambezi River plunges into a narrow gorge, creating a dramatic geological formation and a remarkable hydrological feature. The site's significance lies in its outstanding natural beauty, geological importance, and the ecological systems supported by the river and surrounding landscape. The area is characterized by the thundering cascade of water, the mist that rises from the gorge, and the rugged terrain that frames this natural wonder. The falls have held cultural importance for local communities for centuries and continue to be a focal point of natural heritage in Southern Africa. The site's inscription recognizes its exceptional value as a natural phenomenon of considerable scientific and aesthetic interest.