Niagara Falls

Quick Facts

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Height

53 meters

Width

792 meters (Horseshoe Falls)

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Introduction

The Niagara Falls are one of the most impressive and famous waterfalls in the world. The falls can be observed from both Canada and USA. Although the Canadian side has been developed into a big tourist attraction, the falls haven't lost any of their appeal. The falls consist of the Horseshoe Falls on the Canadian side, which are almost 800 meters wide and have a direct vertical drop of over 50 meters, and the American Falls, which are about 320 meters wide and just over 20 meters tall. The small Bridal Veils are on the American side as well, separated from the American Falls with a single drop of almost 20 meters as well. The total drop of these falls is over 50 meters. The Canadian and American side are separated by Goat Island.

One of the best ways to experience the impact of the falls is to take a boat ride on the Maid of the Mist, which brings you very close and you can view the falls from beneath. If you would rather walk, the Cave of the Winds takes you to the base of the Bridal Veils Falls.