Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls is made up of three waterfalls on the boarder between the USA and Canada. The largest, Horseshoe Falls, runs along both sides of the border. The other two, American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls are on the American side. All three are visible from Canada or the USA, but the best views of the Horseshoe Falls are arguably from the Canadian side.
Whether you visit from Canada or the USA the falls have been turned into glorified theme parks. The USA side is especially tacky, even from a distance. Nonetheless, the falls are a magnificent sight to behold – just try to block out the trashy commercial development!
Both sides offer boat journeys to get up close to the falls. The Maid of the Mist leaves from the American side and the Hornblower from the Canadian side, both with everyone neatly packed on board.
A wonderful way to get up close and personal with the falls on the Canadian side is through the “Journey Behind the Falls”. A network of old tunnels brings you up alongside the falls to feel the true force. The sight and rush of Niagara from this point is exhilarating.
