Niagara Falls State Park, the oldest state park in the US

” A mind that is stretched by a new experience can never go back to its own dimensions”

Niagara Falls is a stunning stretch of clashing and colliding land and water, lying on the border of the US and Canada. Shared by the state of New York and the Province of Ontario, this gorgeous natural wonder is arguably one of the most well-known tourist destinations in North America. Niagara Falls is made up of 3 large waterfalls that generate hydroelectric power, and also give us an unbeatable background for any traveler’s photo album.  With over 28 million tourists every year making their way to these powerful waterfalls, we know it can’t just be a clean source of energy and a good view. The Falls are much more than that, with numerous activities offered from zip lining to cave explorations. Any journey to these roaring droves of water encapsulates a massive area beyond the Niagara Gorge and through the neighboring lakes and cities. Let’s take a look at some of the sights you’ll see on this journey, starting with the three formidable but stunning waterfalls. 

The view of American Falls from the Maid of the Mist – by Billy Hathorn, Wikimedia Commons

I myself visited this gorgeous national park with its magnificent waterfalls, it happened a long time ago, as far as I remember, back in 2012. I was simply amazed by it, I had never before seen such a beautiful, impressive place.

The Maid of the Mist VI, in Niagara Falls, New York  – By Saffron Blaze, Wikimedia Commons)

Indeed, in the middle of the water, on board of „The Maid of the Mist” you feel like engulfed in the midst of the mist, incapable of seeing anything. Soon it dissipates and one can admire the magnificent scenery.

Pedestrian bridge to Green Island over Niagara River near the American Falls – By Lucas Cobb, Wikimedia Commons

Prospect Point Observation Tower  – By 林高志, Wikimedia Commons



Horseshoe Falls, in Niagara Falls, Ontario  – By Thomaswm, Wikimedia Commons


Horseshoe Falls, the largest of the three, lies on the US-Canada border, mostly in Ontario. The smaller two falls as well as Goat Island and Luna Island, which separate the falls, are situated in New York. Cruise boats are operated on either side of the Niagara Gorge. The best-known tourist attraction of the Falls, the Maid of the Mist cruise is operated from the American side, while its counterpart Hornblower Cruises is available in Ontario. These cruises take you right under the falls, and many also offer tours through the islands and their attractions. 

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Horseshoe Falls at night By Dsdugan, Wikimedia Commons

American Falls, in Niagara Falls, New York – By Sixlocal, Wikimedia Commons


Moving across the border, we can approach the Falls through Queen Victoria Park, which offers paths through observation rooms that give you a dreamlike view of the two larger falls. For the avid hiker and history buff, the Niagara River Recreational Trail is a must-try 35-mile adventure, peppered historical treasures, and towns like Fort George and Fort Erie. Of course, the cream of the crop is the Skylon towers, the highest vantage point any traveler can get of the falls.

Niagara Falls is currently being reopened in phases to maintain safety protocols during the COVID-19 pandemic. If you’re planning to make the trip, make sure to reach out to Niagara Falls USA and Niagara Falls Canada to determine the precautions and procedures in place for visiting so you can enjoy your travels with absolute safety!  If you liked this article, why not share it?

the source : my own memories and the internet

Cristina David

Autor: "DUMNEZEU este IUBIRE" Blog Crestin Ortodox-- Cristina David

Ma numar printre cei care Il considera pe Dumnezeu Tatal Ceresc si Creatorul tuturor celor vazute si nevazute. Sufletul nostru este o particica din El iar stradania de o viata trebuie sa fie aceea de a nu Il pierde , de a-L avea mereu langa noi. El este Calea , Adevarul si Viata , dar este si Iubire in sensul cel mai inalt , mai inaltator in nemarginirea ei . Fara Dumnezeu orizontul cunoasterii noastre ar ramane foarte limitat iar sufletul nostru s-ar "pipernici" de tot , ca sa folosesc un cuvant intrebuintat in scrierile sale de Sfantul Ardealului , Parintele Arsenie Boca . Acestea le-am aflat de-a lungul vietii mele in timp ce in repetate randuri m-am simtit ridicata cu multa blandete dupa o cadere in valurile ei gata sa ma inec , ajutata apoi sa imi revin ca sa constat o data in plus, neindoielnica Prezenta Divina prin care nimic nu este imposibil a fi atins de cel care crede in El , daca Domnul Voieste stiind ca este spre Binele lui si nu spre pierzania sufletului. In mintea si intentia mea paginile care vor forma acest mijloc de comunicare usor si lesne de accesat vor incerca sa prezinte cititorilor sfaturi de mare folos duhovnicesc desprinse din scrierile sau spusele marilor sfinti parinti si daruitilor duhovnici ai lumii crestin ortodoxe.

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