Niagara Falls is one of the most magnificent and massive waterfalls situated on the Niagara River. This separates the international border from the Canadian province of Ontario and the US state of New York. This fall is considered one of the most powerful in the world with more than a million gallons of water per second. This majestic fall is located about seventeen miles from Buffalo, New York, and just seventy-five miles southeast of Toronto, Ontario.
It is separated in two by Goat Island. This impressive fall consists of three falls known as American Falls, Horseshoe and Bridal Veil Falls. The fall on the Canadian side of the border is known as Horseshoe Falls, while the fall on the United States side is known as American Falls. A smaller drop known as a bridal veil drop can also be found on the American side. This fall is separated by Moon Island from Niagara Falls.
It is the result of the Wisconsin ice age period that ended about nine thousand years ago. During this time, several lakes and rivers were formed due to the slow movement of various glaciers.
The city is also known as the “Honeymoon Cities” as it is one of the favorite destinations for newlywed couples. The best time to visit in the fall is during the summer, as all of the attractions in the area are open to visitors during the season. Weekdays are generally uncrowded, while weekends are very crowded and should be avoided. The winters are also quite exotic and spectacular as the river below the falls freezes over and offers some splendid views.
There are a variety of attractions available in and around Niagara Falls. Niagara Park Botanical Gardens is one of the must-see scenic destinations in the area. This park is home to a unique Butterfly Conservatory that is a great place for students to spend a full day.
This magnificent park was established in the year 1936 and covered an area of approximately ninety-nine acres of excellently managed gardens. It also includes parterre, shade, herb, rhododendron gardens along with a world famous rose garden. This rose garden is home to more than two thousand roses.
Flower Clock is another of the most visited and sought after tourist destinations and a prominent attraction near it. This is also a great photogenic site. The flower clock changed its face twice in one year. During the spring, the garden turns purple, while it turns green and gray during the summer and fall. This wonderful clock was built by Ontario Hydro, but the idea came from Dr. Richard Lankaster Hearn, General Manager and Chief Engineer of Hydro.
Niagara Falls offers one of the most exciting range of hotels giving you perfect views of the falls from your hotel rooms. Hotels like Niagara Falls Crowne Plaza Hotel, Skyline Inn, The Hampton Inn by Hilton at the Falls, Sheraton on the Falls hotel, etc. are the best located hotels around Niagara Falls.
A wide variety of dining options can also be found in the form of the Fallsview Restaurant or the Fallsview Rainbow Room Restaurant. These restaurants are destined to serve up some of the best cuisine as well as majestic views of the falls.
