Fun Things To Do in Niagara Falls - Attractions & Must See - VirtualTourist - Page 8 Niagara Adventure Theater on the American Side "Legends come to life during this spectacular 45-minute movie Niagara: Legends of Adventure. While you enjoy the comfort of a dry seat the thunderous sound of Niagara Falls is delivered straight to you through digital Dolby surround sound and the 275-seat auditorium with stadium seating ensures that you’re right where you want to be – in the middle of the action. Feel the power see behind the mist and learn about the myths and mysteries of one of the most famous natural wonders on the planet. You’ll hear about early settlers and explorers who took on Niagara Falls and the daredevils who made it famous.""" Niagara Falls Day Trip from Boston by Air "Niagara Falls is simply amazing. The powerful combination of 3 separate waterfalls that make up Niagara must be experienced in person to realize their magnificence. On this self-guided day trip you will take a 1 hour flight from Boston to Niagara Falls USA. Before your in-flight coffee is cold you'll be landing right outside the Falls.

A short transfer will put you in the heart of the Niagara Falls action – you’ll be in front of the famous Maid of the Mist. This tour includes a ticket on this famous sightseeing cruise getting you right up close to the thundering falls! (Substitute Niagara Theater in the winter)After a (sometimes wet) cruise stroll the city to visit various aerospace and science museums casinos Niagara Falls Day Trip by Air "Niagara Falls is simply amazing. The powerful combination of 3 separate waterfalls that make up Niagara must be experienced in person to realize their magnificence. On this day trip you'll be picked up from your New York City hotel in the morning and whisked to the airport for a 1-hour flight to Niagara Falls USA. Before your in-flight coffee is cold you'll be landing right outside the Falls.Another short transfer will put you in the heart of the Niagara Falls action – you’ll be in front of the famous Maid of the Mist. This tour includes a ticket on t getting you right up close to the thundering falls! After a (sometimes wet) cruise stroll the city to visit various aerospace and science museums casinos observatories and much more.

For the only panoramic view of all three Niagara Falls Niagara Falls Discover international travel tips, family friendly vacations &amp; trip planning recommendations for travel destinations near or far. You'll be a knowledgeable traveler ready for anything from a European adventure to an international cruise in no time! Bus Trips to Niagara Falls From Connecticut <p><a href=""><img src=""></a><p>A limited number of bus companies offer nonstop service from Connecticut to Niagara Falls. Many tour operators depart from Massachusetts or New York, with stops in Connecticut before heading to Niagara Falls. The 400-mile ride takes six to seven hours. Bus trips to explore this historic landmark do have advantages. Many include package deals with food, hotel rooms and tickets to the Niagara Falls aquarium, theater and waterfall.</p> Wed, 27 Nov 2013 12:33:51 +0800 How to Plan a Honeymoon to Niagara Falls on a Budget <p><a href=""><img src=""></a><p>For more than two centuries, Niagara Falls has been a popular destination for honeymooners.

Although this U.S.-Canadian vacation destination&#8217;s claim to the title of &#8220;honeymoon capital of the world&#8221; might no longer be valid, the area continues to attract hundreds of thousands of honeymooners each year. A Niagara Falls honeymoon doesn&#8217;t have to break the bank, particularly if you plan carefully and take commonsense steps to reduce the overall cost of your trip.</p> Mon, 23 Apr 2012 01:30:19 +0800 How to Plan a Trip From Winnipeg, Manitoba to Niagara Falls <p><a href=""><img src=""></a><p>The Niagara Falls area of eastern Ontario, Canada, and northwest New York welcome millions of visitors a year from around the world. While the three falls that straddle the border, American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls on the American side, and Horseshoe Falls on the Canadian side, are the main attraction, the surrounding area is home to dozens of other attractions, from gourmet restaurants and shows, to helicopter rides and a waterpark.

Visitors looking to travel from Winnipeg, Manitoba, to the Niagara Falls region should do their research before planning the trip to ensure their visit goes without a hitch.</p> Tue, 12 Jun 2012 14:46:31 +0800 Niagara Falls Camping in Provincial Ontario <p><a href=""><img src=""></a><p>Niagara Falls is a group of three waterfalls, each at least 160 feet high. New York State forms the eastern border of the falls, while the province of Ontario makes up the western border. The Canadian community surrounding the waterfalls is home to other attractions as well, including Marineland Canada, the Whirlpool Golf Course and Casino Niagara. Travelers desiring camping sites near Niagara Falls can choose from four campgrounds in Provincial Ontario within six miles of this natural attraction.</p> Tue, 12 Jun 2012 14:28:37 +0800 Niagara Falls Bus Tours <p>Niagara Falls in New York makes a spectacular place to visit, with more than 750,000 gallons of fresh water flowing per second from the famous landmark.

Take a bus tour so you can leave the driving to someone else and enjoy the sights. The narrated tours usually pick you up at your Niagara Falls hotel, then show you the highlights of the falls and surrounding areas.</p> Tue, 12 Jun 2012 13:06:14 +0800 Tours of Niagara Falls <p><a href=""><img src=""></a><p>Niagara Falls is the most powerful waterfall in North America. More than six million cubic feet of water falls over its crest line every minute during high flow. Around 28 million tourists visit the falls every year, making it truly a star attraction. As the falls straddle the Canadian / American border, tour boats are available from docks in both countries.

Perhaps the most famous, and certainly the oldest, tour boat company is &quot;Maid of the Mist.&quot;</p> Tue, 12 Jun 2012 13:32:42 +0800 Blue Water Tours in Niagara Falls <p><a href=""><img src=""></a><p>The majestic sights and sounds of world-famous Niagara Falls are more than just a famous photo op; there are dozens of activities and attractions for visitors to explore in the region. To get the most out of a Niagara Falls visit, some travelers book an excursion with Niagara's Blue Water Tours. Vacationers can book one or more of four different charter bus experiences with the company, with pickup and drop-off at area hotels. These tours allow participants to see the falls and the surrounding areas from many angles.</p> Tue, 12 Jun 2012 12:52:14 +0800 Resorts for Families in Niagara Falls, Ontario <p><a href=""><img src=""></a><p>As one of the natural wonders of the world, Niagara Falls hosts visitors from across the globe.

Although the area is among the most popular destinations for honeymooners, Niagara is equally as entertaining for families with children, and several resorts and attractions cater just to this group. Whether on the Canadian side, the American side or both, families will find plenty to do with accommodations suited to their wants and needs.</p> Tue, 12 Jun 2012 13:52:27 +0800 The Best Niagara Falls Attractions <p><a href=""><img src=""></a><p>Niagara Falls is a majestic natural waterfall on the international border between the United States and Canada. A number of attractions beckon, whether you are in Niagara Falls, New York, or its twin city, Niagara Falls, Ontario,Canada. There are multiple ways to enjoy the wondrous sights of Niagara Falls, as well as other unrelated attractions close in proximity to the falls, within city limits of the falls.</p> Sun, 04 Nov 2012 14:32:13 +0800 Niagara Falls Sightseeing Tour <p><a href=""><img src=""></a><p>Niagara Falls sightseeing tours are not limited to boat trips for close-up views of the famed falls themselves.

The Niagara River's rushing whitewater and the surrounding countryside areas have other features that also figure into tours of the falls.</p> Tue, 12 Jun 2012 13:45:02 +0800 Niagara Falls Children's Information Facts <p><a href=""><img src=""></a><p>Niagara Falls are the second largest waterfall in the world. It is actually made up of three separate falls that are all close in proximity. The beauty and wonder of this natural phenomenon has become an inspiration for artists and photographers as well as a popular honeymoon and vacation destination.</p> Tue, 12 Jun 2012 12:55:36 +0800 Niagara Falls Kids Activities <p><a href=""><img src=""></a><p>Despite popular belief, there&#039;s much more to visit in the Niagara Falls area than the waterfalls themselves. Many people travel long distances to visit the falls, so it&#039;s nice to experience other stops while you&#039;re there. Book an extra day or two and take advantage of all that the area has to offer.

If you&#039;re traveling with family, finding activities to accommodate the needs of everyone can be rather challenging. Niagara Falls, however, offers many different attractions that offer fun for the whole family.</p> Tue, 12 Jun 2012 12:57:22 +0800 Niagara Falls Winter Activities <p><a href=""><img src=""></a><p>Although many typically associate Niagara Falls with the Maid of the Mist boat ride through the falls, or even the casinos nearby--there are plenty of wintertime activities available--both indoors and out, that are appropriate for the entire family. Visitors can enjoy special seasonal promotions, and pair activities with a discounted hotel package for even bigger savings.</p> Tue, 12 Jun 2012 12:57:12 +0800 Boat Tours of Niagara Falls <p><a href=""><img src=""></a><p>Each year, 12 million people travel to the border between New York and Ontario, Canada, to visit Niagara Falls, according to Niagara Falls Live. The Falls are one of the oldest tourist attractions in the country and the second-largest falls in the world.

Seeing the Falls from the Niagara Gorge gives you a full appreciation for their power. Two tour companies offer tours of the Falls, each providing its own level of adventure for those brave enough to get close to the mists.</p> Tue, 12 Jun 2012 14:00:32 +0800 A Brief Description of Niagara Falls <p><a href=""><img src=""></a><p>Straddling the US-Canadian border, Niagara Falls draws around 12 million visitors per year, who might not realize that Niagara Falls is actually composed of three falls: American, Bridal and Horseshoe. They converge and crest over a 170-foot dolomite and shale cliff to plummet to the raging river below. All three waterfalls form the area that is collectively referred to as Niagara Falls, which reaches into the province of Ontario and New York state.</p> Wed, 12 Mar 2014 14:32:42 +0800 What Is There to Do Around Niagara Falls, Ontario?

<p><a href=""><img src=""></a><p>Niagara Fall is on Southern Ontario&amp;amp;rsquo;s Golden Horseshoe, an area that includes Toronto and Hamilton. Its two main falls, the American and the Horseshoe, draw visitors who want to see the magnificence of natural wonders carved by glacial ice. Several bridges connect Niagara Falls, Ontario, to its United States counterparts. In addition to the waterfalls, Niagara offers other activities, whether visitors need to entertain children or want to enjoy shows or the outdoors.</p> Tue, 12 Jun 2012 13:46:11 +0800 Popular Attractions in Niagara Falls <p><a href=""><img src=""></a><p>Surely visitors have been drawn to Niagara Falls since it made its initial drop into the gorge, and entrepreneurs have sought to get those visitors as close to the falls as possible. Excursion boats take passengers into the misty pools of both the American and Horseshoe Falls, but a jet boat will speed up the gorge and -- defying the current at the whirlpool -- successfully soak the willing passengers. While the U.S.

side allows visitors to descend to the rocky shores of the Niagara River and be sprayed by the lesser Bridal Veil Falls, the Canadian side offers tours to porticoes behind the Horseshoe. Both cities have observation towers that allow for panoramic views.</p> Thu, 01 Nov 2012 00:32:49 +0800 Niagara Falls Kids Attractions <p><a href=""><img src=""></a><p>Niagara Falls features three distinct waterfalls. American Falls and Bridal Veil Falls, sit in U.S. territory, while the third, Horseshoe Falls, lies across the Canadian border. Each year, approximately 12 million people visit the falls, according to NiagaraFallsLive.com. Both Canada and the U.S.

have family-friendly attractions that make a visit to Niagara Falls an unforgettable adventure for guests of all ages.</p> Tue, 12 Jun 2012 13:06:15 +0800 Niagara Falls Tourist Attractions <p><a href=""><img src=""></a><p>As one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Niagara Falls has been visited by millions of people and celebrities, including Marilyn Monroe, Drew Barrymore and Christopher Reeve, according to NiagaraParks.com. In addition to enjoying scenic views of the Falls from observation decks and area hotels, visitors can explore numerous tourist attractions that showcase the culture and history of the area, and provide insights about the area&#039;s marine life.</p> Tue, 12 Jun 2012 13:06:15 +0800 Niagara Falls Hotels - Cheap Niagara Falls hotel deals & reviews from S$36 | Hotels.com Niagara Falls Hotels City, landmark, hotel name, address or postcode Check in I don’t know my dates Rooms Get Secret Prices on selected hotels These prices aren’t available to everyone.

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" A Traveller, Dec 2016, US Pay now or later on most rooms Free cancellation on most rooms Price Guarantee Hotels in Niagara Falls, United States of America Niagara Falls HotelsMarvel at the force of nature as gallons of water plummet over the crest of the Falls, enjoy a boat ride along the bobbing surface of the Niagara River into the rising wet spray, and climb the lofty heights of the soaring observation tower to get a better view over your surroundings: the majesty of the Niagara Falls is dramatic from every angle. Dividing two countries by a powerful natural wonder, there’s more to Niagara Falls than cascading water. Discover the vibrant nightlife, neon-bright casinos, and verdant parklands tucked away in the streets nearby. It’s hard not to be impressed at the depth and power of the Horseshoe Falls – the dramatic 173 foot plunge to the basin below sends up a powerful mist-like spray that can be seen for miles around. It’s one of three independent falls that together make up the collective Niagara Falls natural feature, but it’s the highest and most dramatic drop, and with over half a million gallons of water plunging over the crest per second, it's a sight worth seeing.

The smaller Bridal Veil Falls plunges into the Niagara River on the American side, and they’re great for a close up. A rugged pathway leads towards the base of the waterfall, and it’s the perfect spot for some dramatic photography. The best view of the falls, with far less chance of getting wet, is a walk to the end of the Niagara Falls Observation Tower, a long elevated platform which extends over the turbulent river below. The tower is also the entry point for a trip on the famous Maid of the Mist, a boat tour that transports excited visitors so close to the raging whitewater’s at the base of the cliff that ponchos are a necessity.Hotels in Niagara FallsIt’s hardly surprising that one of Northern America’s biggest natural wonders would have such a wide choice of accommodation, but whatever kind of hotel you’re looking for, there’s something perfect for you here. From cozy bed and breakfasts in the neatly laid-out blocks of Lundy’s Lane area, or the impressive high-rise towers that overlook the dramatic drop of the Falls. They range in luxury too, with some wonderfully elegant hotels enjoying the best views. In general, hotels that cater for visitors to Niagara Falls offer guests a great location, and often views from their upper floors.

Most hotels here have WiFi available, and a large number have their own swimming pools for guests to use.Where to stayNiagara Falls enjoys an unusual split between Canada and the USA, and when you visit, there are hotels on both sides that offer great facilities and inspiring panoramas over the misty waters of the Niagara River. On the American side you'll find yourself in an upmarket urban area, where wide boulevards are lined with glamorous casinos, and trendy restaurants can be found next to fast food joints. On the Canadian side, the area of Niagara Falls has a high concentration of hotels along its Fallsview Boulevard, a glamorous, glass and metal avenue with glitzy shopping malls, and chic restaurants. How to get to Niagara FallsWhether your final destination is Canada or America, the closest airport for foreign travelers is the Niagara Falls International Airport on the American side. From there, it’s just under eight miles to the border at Rainbow Bridge to cross into Canada. Along both sides of the river, buses operate local routes that drop off at tourist favorite attractions, like the impressive Skylon Tower with its elevated observation deck, or the lush landscaped grassland of Queen Victoria Park.

Fun Things To Do in Niagara Falls - Attractions & Must See - VirtualTourist - Page 2 Aquarium of Niagara: Meet a Seal Experience "Your weekends just got more fun with this 20-minute session that gives you an inside look at the care and training of all the marine mammals at the Aquarium of Niagara. This your opportunity to touch feed and play with one of the seals. A unique interactive experience not to be missed!Since this is an outdoor activity please dress accordingly and wear closed toe shoes with traction. High heels are not allowed. Participants will not be entering the water but must be a competent swimmer. Participants must be at least 8 years old and understand English. A release form must be signed prior to participation and all minors under the age of 18 must have their release form signed by a parent or guardian.""""This is a can’t miss chance to interact with one of the Aquarium’s playful trained seals. This session gives you a look behind the scenes at the care and training of our marine mammals and an opportunity to touch feed and play with one of the seals alongside our trainers. You even get a kiss from one of our seals!

Participants will have a photo taken with one of our harbor seals Niagara Falls Day Trip from Boston by Air "Niagara Falls is simply amazing. The powerful combination of 3 separate waterfalls that make up Niagara must be experienced in person to realize their magnificence. On this self-guided day trip you will take a 1 hour flight from Boston to Niagara Falls USA. Before your in-flight coffee is cold you'll be landing right outside the Falls. A short transfer will put you in the heart of the Niagara Falls action – you’ll be in front of the famous Maid of the Mist. This tour includes a ticket on this famous sightseeing cruise getting you right up close to the thundering falls! (Substitute Niagara Theater in the winter)After a (sometimes wet) cruise stroll the city to visit various aerospace and science museums casinos Niagara Falls Day Trip by Air "Niagara Falls is simply amazing. The powerful combination of 3 separate waterfalls that make up Niagara must be experienced in person to realize their magnificence. On this day trip you'll be picked up from your New York City hotel in the morning and whisked to the airport for a 1-hour flight to Niagara Falls USA.

Before your in-flight coffee is cold you'll be landing right outside the Falls.Another short transfer will put you in the heart of the Niagara Falls action – you’ll be in front of the famous Maid of the Mist. This tour includes a ticket on t getting you right up close to the thundering falls! After a (sometimes wet) cruise stroll the city to visit various aerospace and science museums casinos observatories and much more. For the only panoramic view of all three Niagara Falls Niagara Falls USA side [USA tourism] Niagara Falls is going to go dry – again December 31, 2015 – 12:27 pm New York State plans to shut off the thundering waters of Niagara Falls – again. At least, the American side of the falls. This “once in a lifetime” event actually may take place twice in some folks’ lifetimes. The New York State parks system wants to turn off the falls on the American side sometime in the next two to three years to replace two 115-year-old stone arch bridges that allow pedestrians, park vehicles and utilities access to Goat Island. The proposal to “dewater” the falls will be presented at a public hearing Wednesday at the Niagara Falls Conference Center.

Two of three plans propose a temporary shutdown of the American Falls. The American Falls was slowed to a trickle in 1969 to study the effects of erosion and buildup of rock at the base of the falls. When that happened, people came from all over the world to see the falls turned off, said Michelle Kratts, who served as Niagara Falls city historian until this past December. “It’s the nature of curiosity. You want to see what’s underneath, to see its skeleton, ” Kratts said. RELATED: • Video: What the dewatered falls looked like in 1969 • Video: Journalist remembers ‘I saw the falls run dry’ • Related story: Memories abound of water-free Niagara Falls In fact, something like skeletons were found. Workers on that project discovered two bodies when the water was diverted, she said. They also found millions of coins, carrying them out in buckets to deter people from going out onto the rocks, she said. Robert Borgatti was 13 years old and living in Niagara Falls when the American Falls was turned off. He said he rode his bike out to the brink of Niagara Falls several times to get a closer look.

“I remember being a little disappointed because the scene was just a desolate landscape of rock, debris, tree limbs and construction equipment, ” Borgatti said. But he said what he found most amazing was that it could be done. “I learned a new word that summer – cofferdam, ” Borgatti said. Joel Paradise, 57, was 11 at the time and said his father took him and his brother to the tip of Goat Island to watch crews build the cofferdam – a buildup of dirt and rock that diverted the swift moving waters of the upper Niagara River from the American Falls to the Horseshoe Falls in Canada. “It was a pretty big event, ” Paradise said. “Dump trucks started from the shore and progressively kept moving back with rock and fill into the river.” Reason for diverting water The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers diverted water away from the American Falls in 1969 to study erosion. But nothing was changed, after the International Joint Commission recommended that nature should take its course. This time, safety and aesethetics are the reasons for dewatering the falls.

Two stone-faced concrete arch bridges, built in 1900-1901 to provide pedestrian access to Goat Island, are deteriorating. The concrete arch bridges were closed in 2004 and temporary truss bridges were put in to provide for safe passage. Underneath, the concrete bridges remain, but the structure has continued to deteriorate. More than 10 years later, the temporary bridges remain. The temporary bridges are an “aesthetically unappealing experience for park visitors, ” according to the bridge design report. The bridges also restrict views of the rapids and are narrower than the concrete arch bridges. The proposal is to replace the two stone arch bridges – one from the mainland to Green Island and the other from Green Island to Goat Island. Both bridges are wholly in Niagara Falls State Park in the U.S. Once repair work begins, traffic and pedestrians would be diverted to the American Rapids Bridge, which is just outside the park and is accessed from First Street in the city. An alternative to rehabilitating the arch bridges was described as not viable, given the extensive deterioration of the arches and the type of material used on the bridges.

Tom Yots, the Niagara Falls historian from 2002 to 2010, was present the day in 2004 when the base of the stone bridge collapsed. State officials have been talking about a replacement ever since, he said. “The biggest problem is coming up with the money to do this, ” Yots said. “These beautiful bridge designs go back to the beginning of the 20th century. Olmsted designed what construction was to look like in that park so they don’t look out of place. The (temporary) bridge is everything Olmsted would have abhorred.” Costs to return these stone arch bridges to working condition in the park are estimated at between $21.6 million to $37.3 million, depending on the repair option. Money will be secured after a plan is chosen and State Parks will be able to evaluate opportunities for state and federal funding for the bridge replacement project. How to turn off the water Approximately 85 percent of the Niagara River flows over the Horseshoe Falls and 15 percent flows over the American Falls. Dewatering the American side would direct all of the water to the Horseshoe Falls.

As was done in 1969, a cofferdam would be installed to stop the flow over the American side. One of the plans proposes diverting water from the American Falls for five months in the first year, from August to December. A second option would divert water for nine months, from April through December, affecting the entire summer tourism season. A third plan would not divert water from the falls but it has been effectively eliminated from consideration because it is too costly and would take three years to complete. After the bridge work is completed, the cofferdam would be removed. The cofferdam is not anticipated to result in any long-term effects to the riverbed or the falls, according to the design report. Construction traffic is expected to increase during this period and there is the potential that a “dry falls” could lose its luster and result in less tourism, the state parks report noted. The dewatering is expected to have a limited effect on natural resources, temporarily dislocating some birds. Only a small portion of shoreline will be affected. In addition, soil and fill removed from the project will be chemically analyzed before disposal.

Source: VISITING DURING THE NIGHT THE NIAGARA FALLS, USA SIDE Kodak ZX5 - Niagara Falls - USA side - Maid of the Mist USA: Niagara Falls, west side, antique print, c1880 Home (Shipping by airmail from UK: items normally reach US addresses within a few days but can take longer) Caption below print: View of the Falls of Niagara, Western side Condition: Good; suitable for framing. Please check the scan for any blemishes prior to making your purchase. Size: 20.0 x 13.5cm, 7.75 x 5.25 inches (Medium) Type & Age: Year printed c1880. Antique engraving Verso: There are images and/or text printed on the reverse side of the picture. In some cases this may be visible on the picture itself (please check the scan prior...

Niagara Falls United States Color Photo Shot Glass Kitchen (World By Shotglass) Niagara Falls Travel: Find Tours, Things to Do, Hotels for Your Niagara Falls Trip Old Fort Niagara First built by the French in 1726 and later expanded in 1755, Old Fort Niagara situated along the Niagara River at Lake Ontario near Youngstown, New York is the oldest constantly operating military site in North America. The historic destination that opened as a museum in 1934 has 18th Century structures, history re-enactments, musket firing demonstrations, artisans, many exhibits and the original War of 1812 Flag. Fort Niagara was briefly used as a trading post and utilized during the French and Indian War, American Revolutionary War and the War of 1812. It is a U.S. National Historic Landmark. Skylon Tower The 775-foot structure offers remarkable views of the world-famous Niagara Falls with its Revolving Dining Room Restaurant, Summit Suite Buffet Restaurant, two observation decks and Yellow Bug elevators. Skylon Tower was designed by B+H Architects costing approximately $7 million and opened in 1965. It also has stores, fast food restaurants and an entertainment complex.

Skylon Tower now offers the 3D/4D Movie “Legends of Niagara Falls." The Toronto and Buffalo skylines also can be observed from this mighty Niagara Falls landmark. Whirlpool State Park This captivating New York state park's amazing 125-foot whirlpool moves counterclockwise 30-35 miles per hour and is caused from a change in the Niagara River's flow. Whirlpool State Park's street level allows for great views of the rapids and whirlpool and has a gorge natural history room, picnic area and playground. Its river level offers the best area for fishing and hiking with many fossils to view in the gorge. The Niagara Whirlpool is thought to have been created 4,200 years ago. Bridal Veil Falls Named for its appearance, Bridal Veil Falls is situated between Goat Island and Luna Island in one of the world's most famous natural phenomenons Niagara Falls. The falls, which along with the American Falls are located in the U.S., reach heights of 181 feet from the Niagara River. Wooden decks are located at the bottom of Bridal Veil Falls to bring visitors as close as possible to its incredible beauty.

American Falls This section of the grand Niagara Falls located completely in the U.S. state of New York will delight spectators with its majesty and beauty. The water rushes over the falls at approximately 140,000 gallons per second to make this natural marvel a must-see. The American Falls rock formation, which resembles that of the letter "W", borders the Niagara Falls two other sections of Horseshoe Falls and Bridal Veil Falls. The geological wonder that began forming after the Ice Age continues to take shape today. Horseshoe Falls These powerful and spectacular falls are almost entirely in Canada with 90 percent of the Niagara River flowing over them at a rate of 600,000 gallons per second. Situated between Goat Island and Table Rock, Horseshoe Falls are the largest of the three waterfalls that make up the magnificent Niagara Falls and became active more than 12,000 years ago. Also known as Canadian Falls, they received their name because of their horseshoe shape first recognized in 1721 and are approximately 173 feet tall.

Maid of the Mist Established in 1846 as a ferry service, this Niagara Falls tour boat allows passengers an exciting up-close view of the world's most popular waterfalls. Maid of the Mist begins in the Niagara River traveling past the American and Bridal Veil falls and then to the more intense Horseshoe Falls. Guests are provided with a poncho by the Maid of the Mist Steamship Co. as they could get wet. Famous passengers on the boat ride throughout the years have included United States President Jimmy Carter, Princess Diana and her sons William and Harry, actress Marilyn Monroe, actor Robert Redford and music group One Direction. Goat Island Situated right in the middle of Niagara Falls between Bridal Veil Falls and Horseshoe Falls, this Niagara River island offers fantastic views of the falls especially from Terrapin Point located on its northwestern edge. Goat Island, formerly called Iris Island, received its current name because local John Stedman used to keep goats on it. Bridges connect the island to the mainland and nearby Luna Island. The destination also contains the Tesla Monument dedicated to inventor Nikola Tesla.

Question: People travel to Goat Island in New York State, USA, to get spectacular views of which natural phenomenon?
Answer: NIAGARA FALLS