Devil's Throat, Waterfall at Iguazu Falls, Argentina and Brazil.
Description
Devil's Throat is a U-shaped gorge at Iguazu Falls where water drops 150 meters wide and 82 meters deep. The cascade creates a powerful wall of falling water that generates thick mist throughout the chasm.
History
European explorers first reached this location in the early 1500s when Spanish expeditions moved through the region. The waterfalls gradually became a defining feature of the border between Argentina and Brazil.
Culture
The name originates from indigenous Guarani and Tupi languages, where the words 'y' and 'uasu' combine to describe the massive water formation.
Practical
Visitors reach the viewpoint by walking along a path that begins at the train station and crosses the area. Early morning offers the best experience, as fewer tourists are present and lighting conditions are ideal for photographs.
Did you know?
Small birds nest near the roaring water and build their homes directly within the wet mist surrounding the falls. These birds are perfectly adapted to the extremely humid environment.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Brazil).
Argentina extends across multiple climate zones and contains numerous geological formations. The country encompasses high mountain ranges in the Andes, salt flats in the northwest, rock formations in Patagonia, and extensive grasslands. These areas display the region's geological history and the...
Iguaçu Falls
205 m
Itaipu Dam
35.6 km
Friendship Bridge
26.5 km
Iguaçu National Park
1.4 km
Saltos del Monday
24.6 km
Feirinha Puerto Iguazú
17.9 km
Tancredo Neves Bridge
17.3 km
Itaipu Reservoir
73 km
Estádio Olímpico Regional Arnaldo Busatto
123.5 km
Reserva natural estricta San Antonio
73.7 km
Buddhist Temple of Foz do Iguaçu
29.6 km
Parque das Aves
10.2 km
Rainforest Ecological Train
1.8 km
Omar Ibn Al-Khatab Mosque
24.2 km
Isla de San Martín
1.1 km
Parque Provincial de la Araucaria
109.3 km
Sierra de la Victoria
58.8 kmParque provincial Cruce Caballero
97.8 km
Geoparque Horacio Foerster
56.6 km
Trinational Biodiversity Corridor
19.5 km
Estadio Juan Eudes Pereira
25.1 km
Estadio Km 12 Monday
35 km
Cathedral of San Juan Bautista
22.4 km
Iguazu National Park
16 km
Museo Municipal Adolfo Julio Schwelm
83.5 km
Cine Cataratas
22.5 km
Hospital De Puerto Iguazú Marta Teodora Schwarz
17.6 km
Gramadão da Vila A
26.4 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes