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The first European to see the falls was David Livingstone on 17 November 1855, during his 1852-56 journey from the upper Zambezi to the mouth of the river. The falls were well known to local tribes, and Voortrekker hunters may have known of them, as may the Arabs under a name equivalent to "the end of the world". Europeans were sceptical of their reports, perhaps thinking that the lack of mountains and valleys on the plateau made a large falls unlikely
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Most famous rivers of Europe?
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Whats the most famous river in Europe?
The Danube.
What is the most famous tourist attraction in southern Africa on the Zambezi river?
The Victoria Falls
Are there any famous lakes or waterfalls along the Mississippi River?
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What is Israel's longest river?
The Jordan River. It is also one of the most famous if not the most famous in Israel. The Jordan River. It is also one of the most famous if not the most famous in Israel.
Which is the most most famous river in Afghanistan?
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What is Beijing most famous river?
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What is the famous waterfalls in Jamica?
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