Explore the Devil’s Throat at Iguazu Falls: A Must-See Before It Vanishes 🌪️

The core area of the “Devil’s Throat” at Iguazu Falls in Argentina is eroding at a rate of 3 centimeters per year. The morning mist that once enveloped the waterfall, captured on film cameras a decade ago, has now seen a 15% change in water flow—some landscapes are destined to be preserved only in the amber of specific times and spaces.

📽️ Flying directly from Buenos Aires to Iguazu, after a two-hour journey, I landed in the charming town of Iguazu. Following the cinematic angles reminiscent of Wong Kar-wai’s films, I finally found my answer at the edge of Argentina. 🇦🇷 Composed of 275 individual waterfalls, Iguazu Falls spans approximately 3 kilometers wide and is celebrated as the world’s largest waterfall system.

📍 Standing before the “Devil’s Throat,” 1,756 cubic meters of water per second plunges from a height of 82 meters, carving through the red earth of Brazil, the grasslands of Argentina, and the hills of Paraguay, only to bind them together with its thunderous roar. In that moment, all mental fatigue was washed away by the sheer power and beauty of nature.

As the mist blurred my camera lens, I was reminded of a line from a movie, “Why don’t we start over?” But facing this natural wonder that has stood for two million years, I realized that all regrets would be swept away by time, giving way to new possibilities.

🌐 [Overnight Stay in the Border Town of Iguazu]
Iguazu Town, a vibrant border city thriving because of the falls, serves as a hub for tourist information. Bus stations connect to the national parks on both sides of the Iguazu Falls in Brazil and Argentina, as well as neighboring countries like Brazil and Paraguay.

Cell phone signals dance between the three nations. In the evening, gazing at the majestic Iguazu River, it suddenly dawned on me that I was just a stone’s throw from the international borders.

⚡ [Stunning Waterfall Experiences]
👉🏻 Devil’s Throat Rush: When the speedboat surges towards the waterfall, the mist instantly drenches you, even a waterproof phone case can’t withstand the “enthusiasm” of the falls. Yet, the adrenaline rush makes you want to do it all over again.
👉🏻 Panoramic Loop: Walking along the Upper Walk loop on the Argentine side, the 2,700-meter-wide waterfall system unfolds before your eyes.

Rainbows appear and disappear in the mist, creating a mesmerizing light and shadow show, as if nature itself is putting on a magical performance.

🚌 [Iguazu Rainforest]
1️⃣ Coati Raid: These agile little creatures are the ultimate food thieves, ready to pounce on your snacks at the first sign of inattention. I learned this the hard way when a coati made off with my samosa, turning it into its prized trophy. The staff’s advice was clear and wise: their claws are razor-sharp, so the best course of action is to relinquish the struggle and keep a safe distance.

2️⃣ Butterfly Encirclement: As I hiked through the lush trails, a magical moment unfolded. Uniquely patterned butterflies gently landed on my hand, and I found myself surrounded by a fluttering cloud of hundreds of blue morpho butterflies. The iridescent dust on their wings shimmered like something out of a sci-fi fantasy, creating an ethereal scene that no camera could truly capture.

For a fleeting moment, I was tempted to catch one as a keepsake, but the beauty of the experience was enough to make me content with just watching.

3️⃣ Transportation Surprise: Opting for the scenic train ride to the breathtaking “Devil’s Throat,” I was in for a treat. As the forest train wound its way through the dense rainforest, the window suddenly framed the silhouettes of howler monkeys swinging from branch to branch. The entire carriage fell silent, captivated by the natural spectacle unfolding before our eyes—a real-life experience more vivid and thrilling than any documentary could ever convey.

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