Interesting things about waterfalls. The history of Niagara Falls

Waterfalls definitely fall into that category of natural wonders that are both impressive and awe-inspiring. This is truly a magnificent demonstration of the grandeur and power of nature. There are many amazingly beautiful waterfalls in the world, but in this list we will only talk about natural wonders created by nature without human intervention. You will be surprised to know how many such waterfalls there are, little known to man.

Huangoshu Waterfall
China's most famous waterfall definitely makes our list. A rare case of a heavy cascade that is completely surrounded by vegetation. With an impressive width of 81 meters and a height of 74 meters, Huangoshu is claimed to be Asia's largest waterfall.

Angel Falls, Venezuela
With a height of 979 meters, Angel Falls holds the title of the highest on the globe. This record-breaking waterfall deserves a place on the list, not only because of its incredible height (there are many other tall waterfalls), but because of the special shape in which Angel cascades down. This can be called the most dynamic type of falling water.


Yosemite Falls, USA
Another brilliant showcase of incredible height and natural beauty, this 739m high waterfall looks similar to its Venezuelan counterpart, with equally majestic scenery and crashing water. For this reason we are including it on this list. Another reason is Yosemite National Park, within which the waterfall is located.


Gullfoss waterfall in Iceland
Iceland, relative to its size, contains an astonishing number of waterfalls of all kinds. An example is Gullfoss. A bit disconcerting as it falls into a chasm, this 20m wide and 32m high waterfall is impressive in its strength and power.


Shoshone Falls in USA
Called the Niagara of the West, it is not surprising that this waterfall is included in the list of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world. With a width of 274 meters and a height of 64 meters, which is higher than Niagara, this is a truly majestic waterfall. His menacing appearance fascinates and attracts at the same time.


Jog Falls in India
The tallest waterfall in India, Jog takes on its most menacing form during the monsoon season, with impressive volumes of water measuring 273 meters high and 472 meters wide.


Dettifoss in Iceland
The most powerful waterfall in Europe, measuring 100 meters wide and 44 meters high. When all the Icelandic ice starts to melt in early summer, Dettifoss is just crazy.


Victoria Falls in Zambia
At 1,700 meters wide and 104 meters high, Victoria Falls is the largest continuously falling stream of water on Earth. Its local name Mosi-Oa-Tunya translates to smoke that thunders. Victoria forms part of the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe.


Niagara Falls. Canada and USA
This is one of the most obvious waterfalls on this list. Niagara Falls is perhaps the most famous waterfall in the world. It is 53 m high and forms the border between the United States and Canada. The views are amazing on both sides and are recognizable throughout the world. A particularly popular photo is of Niagara Falls completely frozen over during a very cold winter.


Iguazu Falls. Argentina and Brazil
Iguazu Falls is the mother of all waterfalls. Another representative of our list, which became the border between two countries, Argentina and Brazil. This natural wonder symbolizes power, with its series of imposing waterfalls, each measuring between 64 and 82 meters in height.


Detian Waterfall in China
Large waterfalls serve as excellent separating options in forming borders between countries, like the aforementioned Iguazu between Argentina and Brazil, Victoria between Zambia and Zimbabwe, and Niagara between the United States and Canada. Detian Falls isn't as big as these massive flows, but is impressive enough to reserve a spot on this list. It forms part of the border between China and Vietnam, falling 50 meters down in three cascades 80 meters wide. Detian has the most lush environment, in terms of nature, it is definitely on the list of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world.


Sutherland in New Zealand
The beautiful fjords of New Zealand have already been included in our selections more than once, and now it’s Sutherland’s turn. Just south of Milford Sound is Sutherland, New Zealand's most famous waterfall. This is an incredibly high waterfall of 580 meters, with an almost vertical angle of fall; both common mistakes with high waterfalls. The flow of water here never weakens, as happens in some similar places in other parts of the world. The thunderous Sutherland evokes admiration from everyone who happens to be nearby with its noise and roar. This is power, beauty and grace, merging together in a common flow.


Jim Jim Waterfall
With Jim Jim we slowly enter the territory of the classic rectangular waterfall with a continuous stream of water falling in one single cascade. Jim Jim is 150 meters high from straight cliffs in Kakadu National Park, located in Northern Australia. The best time to visit this place is during the rainy season, which runs from December to March in the southern hemisphere. With copious amounts of rain, the waterfall crashes straight from the upper plateau with fantastic force. Unfortunately, during the dry season the water stops flowing completely, but this remarkable transformation is what makes Jim Jim unique.


Rhine Falls in Switzerland
The Rhine Falls present themselves as one large mass of rapidly moving water. It takes a while to make out where the waterfalls, camouflaged by the Rhine River, begin and end. There is no visible starting point at the top, so the colossal volume of water covers everything. Just 23 meters high, but with a large width of 150 meters, and with a monstrous flow of water, the Rhine Falls deserve their place on this list. There are several viewing platforms that allow you to watch the waterfall very closely and experience a whole range of exciting emotions.


Montmorency Falls
The USA and Canada have many similarities. One of them is that both countries have fantastic waterfalls. Montmorency Falls is considered Canada's best waterfall after Niagara, with its amazing 275 feet high and 150 feet wide. Enormous streams of water are located on the Montmorenqui River in Quebec. Fortunately, or unfortunately, the Canadians made this place easily accessible by building a park and creating good infrastructure. It includes a pedestrian bridge and cable car over cascading waters. This tourist-friendly approach may be a little frustrating for some visitors who prefer the thrill of nearly inaccessible beauty left alone and hidden in a remote location. But on the other hand, without all these structures and amenities, it would be impossible to view the beauty of nature from all possible angles. Either way, Montmorency Falls is pure grandeur.


Tis Issat waterfalls
Usually, when thinking about Ethiopia, the first thing that comes to mind is coffee beans. But not everyone knows that this is a safe country to see natural wonders. Ethiopia's Issat Falls are also known as the Blue Nile Falls. From this it is clear that they are located on the Nile River, the longest river on planet Earth. Due to the creation of a hydroelectric dam, the water flow actually dries up during the dry seasons. But if you come during the rainy season, you will be greeted by the impressive sight of a falling wall of water up to 400 meters wide. The fall height ranges from 37 - 45 meters.


Skogafoss waterfall in Iceland
Iceland has been recognized as a true paradise of waterfalls, among which Skogafoss is also noteworthy. This is probably the smoothest waterfall on this list, as the water falls immaculately smoothly in a smooth rectangle 25 meters wide and 60 meters high. There are no rocks or ridges in between to disrupt the fall of these water streams.


Gokak Falls
The Indian state of Karnataka has its own amazing waterfalls and is the best waterfall area in South Asia. Gokak is also located here, the water of which has a brownish color, making it unique. The proportions of the waterfall are definitely impressive - 50 meters high, but more importantly, 177 meters wide. The construction of a hydroelectric dam curbed the flow of water, but during the monsoon season this fearsome element still takes its toll and the waterfall grows.


Calandula waterfall in Angola
When it comes to Kalandula, the numbers speak for themselves. 104 meters high and 400 - 600 meters wide, depending on the water flow. This Angolan treasure is the second largest waterfall in Africa, after Victoria. Nature has calmly and majestically passed through all the conflicts and wars occurring in Angola. The former Portuguese colony was in a state of civil war for a long time, and is now working to develop its tourism industry. Kalandula Falls will definitely help in this regard.


Kaieteur Falls
This exotic and little-known waterfall reaches 221 meters in height and almost 100 meters in width. It is surrounded by a constant cloud of fog, and the colossal sweat of the water makes a tremendous roar. This is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world, as well as the most mystical and awe-inspiring. It is in no way inferior to Iguas and Niagara, which is why it takes its place of honor on our list.

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The “doesn’t exist” tag has been amusing in recent years. For example, “space does not exist” or deserts, quarries, pyramids... They still exist! Just not in the sense in which we were accustomed to perceive from a young age, when words were empty containers for children that should have been filled with fruit juice of associations and meaning, but instead they were filled with sand.

CHAPTER FIRST. WHAT WE KNOW AND WHAT WE DON'T KNOW

Or, more precisely, what do we know about what we don’t know? What is a waterfall? Wikipedia decided to brush it off with logic: “A waterfall is the fall of water in a river from a ledge crossing the river bed. Unlike river rapids, waterfalls are characterized by a sharp drop in the height of the river bottom and a sheer drop.”

Other sources say in the same spirit: “to know what a waterfall is, study what a river is,” although more often the situation is, in my opinion, just the opposite: “to know what a river is, you need to know what a waterfall is " After all, the modern concept of the appearance of rivers is completely worthless. And you don’t need to think that there are no unbearable scientists - there is only a narrow doorway. We are told that the cause of rivers is precipitation... Although, we all often go somewhere, drive through many kilometers of fields and do not see a single body of water nearby. I don’t even say at what distances from each other the CONSTANTLY FLOWING rivers are. So any lawyer will justify the fallout in court - “not guilty.” Also see New Zealand's lake and Sutherland Falls, which plummet from 580 metres.

These are the mountain peaks of the Southern Alps. Can you connect this lake and the constantly falling waterfall with precipitation? “Groundwater” is generally a screen covering many things. For example, in the emerging so-called karst sinkholes, we see that there are no groundwater or rivers nearby. Although their appearance on groundwater is written off, they say, they washed away. It’s not clear where it washed, into what cavities and voids? They tried to find the cause in the pumped-out oil and gas, although “karst” ones appear more often in places where no mining is observed at all along a circumference of many kilometers. You can immediately give up on the melting of glaciers and snow, since we examined “precipitation” above. And in order to finally expel the demon of official science from you, we will perform an exorcism with this text about what is known to the science of sediments.

Scientists don't know why it rains! What do they know? Do not be surprised. In the academies of sciences, they really don’t know why it rains. Modern scientists only state the fact of precipitation and movement of air masses. In understanding the essence of these processes, they are not far behind children... The hypotheses put forward by modern “scientists” raise suspicions about the sanity of those who put forward them. Or, at best, “laughter through tears”... You know, in childhood and adolescence I thought that scientists were “the smartest guys.” That working as a scientist is much more difficult and responsible than working as an electrician or plumber. But maturity came, and not a trace remained of my childhood dreams. It turned out that, being a scientist, you can easily be a complete idiot and write any nonsense. Fortunately, there is no responsibility. A plumber's mistake means a residential building flooded with feces, an electrician's mistake means a fire and injuries. And modern “scientists” can make as many mistakes as they like. No one will fire them and no one will suffer from their activities. Nobody takes seriously the nonsense that they write! I apologize for the long introduction.

So. RAIN. “Scientists” explain rain “by the water cycle in nature.” Allegedly, water evaporating from the surface, rising upward, cools, condenses, forming clouds, and falls to Earth as rain. However, in reality, everything happens completely differently. On the Indonesian islands, where there is constant heat and around the Ocean, there has been drought for months. And in the central regions of Russia it snows constantly in winter. Although it is 20 degrees below zero and the nearest Ocean is thousands of kilometers away! If rain depended on evaporation, it would rain constantly in Indonesia! And in Siberia snow would never fall!

CHAPTER TWO. A VERY IMPORTANT FACT IS VERY RARELY REMEMBERED

Rivers and waterfalls were associated with “groundwater,” although, in fact, waterfalls are more often found in mountains and rocks, just as rivers often begin from there. You can see a lot of different changes in the ground and not a single river flowing from there or a falling waterfall. But we often see them among the so-called “rocks”.

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Do you see any hint of a connection with the ground? But we see “rocks”. Pay attention to how smooth the slabs are - it’s not for nothing that they are so.

There are waterfalls in the “rapids” of the river, such as, for example, a long waterfall with the colorful name Victoria:

Niagara:

I will not argue about this type of waterfall, and they are not discussed in this publication. Iguazu Falls, or, as it is also called, “Devil’s Throat,” which is located in Brazil, could also be classified as this type:

But again these even steps of the slabs attract attention:

And there are a number of waterfalls that do not fit into the generally accepted concept at all, and this fact is rarely talked about:

This is the highest Angel Falls.

The length of the tallest waterfall in the world is approximately one kilometer. The water flows continuously from a height of approximately 979 meters - 51 meters more than Niagara Falls. This is Angel Falls, which is located in Venezuela. It was named after the American pilot James Angel, who discovered it in 1937 while flying over these places.

He is interesting to us because he falls from the “cliff” itself.

Do you see any signs of soil here? Just “rocks”. But they instilled in us the associations: “precipitation” and “groundwater,” which made us a little disoriented in our correct perception. Kukenan Falls:

And again we see an amazing case, because of which one would have to shout “fantastic!”, if we take the generally accepted concept as a basis. Waterfalls of the rock itself, right from its tips! No soil, just “rocks”. Where is? Also in Venezuela. And there is a lot of interesting things there.

And it is not surprising that this place was discovered in our time, and they write about it: “Tepui is the only place on Earth where no human has set foot.”

CHAPTER THREE. WATERFALL - A SYMBOL OF DYING LIFE OR REBORN LIFE?

Imagine that we, like chickens in a barn, live under the slate, until the hail breaks through this slate, we will think that this is the sky. In terms of thinking, we really haven’t moved far from chickens. In terms of parameters, compared to the past, we are not even ants.

What happens to grapes if you cut them? That's right, it will start to flow.

Many of you are absolutely right, who already guess that I associate waterfalls and many rivers with “silicon life”. And those who want to turn their noses up: “a new and exotic hypothesis that was introduced as a fashion and therefore implausible”... I would not like to upset you, but they talked about “silicon life” during the Soviet Union. Naturally, in high circles. We, the common people, were given only school textbooks, but the elite had small editions of books marked “strictly for official use.” And from time to time one of us meets the son of an oligarch and gives this book out of friendship to read... This book is rich in illustrations, and it is written all over the place about “silicon life”. In addition to “silicon life,” it also talks about planetary power. About underground cities. About technologies of the past that are superior to ours. About Giants, and of different sizes. Like this: the elite have undistorted knowledge of the world in easy access. What kind do they give us? Those in which, of course, they themselves do not believe, but forced society to believe in them.

You can see this for yourself by arming yourself with a search engine and setting the necessary search parameters: “trunk mountains” and “waterfalls”, then go to the “photos” item, and you will be convinced that the generally accepted view that was imposed on us, the worldview and the way in fact, these are completely different things.

You will see these large streams that fall from the very top of the “rocks”.

According to the generally accepted concept, this is impossible. In terms of silicon, everything is logical.

But this begs a reasonable question, because dead and withered trees do not flow... When, it turns out, was silicon life destroyed, since these “rocks” are still alive? Is silicon life dying or being reborn?

CHAPTER FOUR. STONE IS TREE

“Wooden Rus'”, based on this concept, is not so far-fetched. Rus' mastered the craft not only of the wood of carbon life, but also of silicon. How do you like this “cliff” angle:

Isn't it true that the stump looks like a stump that is overgrown with mold?

The scientific world attributes these stone-wood rocks of silicon life to lava, although they themselves, of course, do not believe in this. The scientific world is created in order to create generally accepted explanations for us - the reasons why we were taxed, and, under the guise of research, they carry out restoration of decorations, as well as extraction of ancient technologies for the government.

Have you ever been bothered by the fact that only certain scientists are allowed to engage in research, while the rest of the services, where ordinary hard workers work, are brought to a “lax” state and left to their own devices? What if you live and are not interested in anything, go to work and elections regularly according to the regulations, then no one cares about you, but if you just go beyond the boundaries and start thinking differently from everyone else, then you begin to see absolutely prohibitions on everything in front of your nose?

Brothers from Europe and America, the sensible part of them, say that their dictatorship is exactly the same as ours. I am already silent that hatred between planetary powers and patriotism towards “sovereigns with states” throughout the “planet” are instilled using the same method. This is what a simple cabbage seller from America did to me? Or what did a simple taxi driver from Europe do to me? But TV tells me and you what insidious enemies these are, and how we should hate them. They instill exactly the same hatred towards us so that the planetary power does not awaken.

Who there wanted to dig deeper under the “rocks” and see what was there?

Who was looking for the roots?

CHAPTER FIVE. WHAT DO WE KNOW ABOUT TREE?

How do we mine coal? Ants do exactly the same thing, covering the stumps with soil and grinding the wood into dust:

In gigantic proportions, but it’s the same trash:

Heavy fallen tree:

Is the tree being cut down for firewood? Please, someone didn't cut the deck:

Another one:

What else do they do with wood, sand it? Here are the drawings that appear on a sanded board:

And here are the polished “rocks” for you:

Isn't it true, one to one?

Here's a more or less exclusive photo:

It’s interesting how official sources describe this tree (Google screenshot from a foreign site):

Not only is the tree called a “sandy rock formation,” which makes it blush, but they also ask for money for this nonsense. And, of course, you correctly noted, if there were giants, and the rocks are wood, then at least somewhere there must be some objects left from the silicon wood.

Someone lost this “chest”:

But the tree has already rotted over time, but it is clear that it was some kind of object:

Former "barn"? We see that the boards in it are completely rotten:

Entrance to the former “barn”:

How do you like this mechanism:

I personally didn’t see an elephant here, I saw a household item. But everyone compares to the extent of their licentiousness, and the scientific world gave this object a nickname - “elephant rock”. If you think like that, then the stool also looks like a horse, but it is not one. Here you can see that the passage is artificial:

But, if you zoom in on the photo and look at what’s inside, you’ll see that a passage was cut through the dead tree itself. How, in relation to us, were the huge giants “little gophers” relative to the tree?

CONCLUSION

I hope you have had an interesting journey into other eyes, from which the world is not as limited as we are led to believe.

Ecology

A waterfall is one of the most impressive miracles that nature has given us. The sight of a powerful stream of water falling from an incredible height fills us with awe.

Many tourists and photographers flock to these places to get a charge of admiration and once again be convinced of the greatness and beauty of the world around us.

Here are some of the tallest, most powerful and incredibly beautiful waterfalls from around the world.

1. Victoria Falls, Zambia and Zimbabwe

Famous explorer David Livingston Named this waterfall in honor of the British Queen Victoria, and locals call it “Thundering Smoke”. Victoria Falls is incredibly loud, and the fog that forms as the Zambezi River falls 108 meters into the gorge rises several hundred meters in height. The width of the waterfall is slightly less than 2 kilometers, and with a strong flow, about 12,000 cubic meters of water per second passes through here.

2. Niagara Falls, USA and Canada

Niagara Falls is probably the most famous waterfall in the world, the name that first comes to mind when you think of the word "falls". It is located on the border between the state of New York in the USA and the province of Ontario in Canada. Although there are dozens of much taller waterfalls in the world, few can compare with Niagara's volume of falling water, which reaches 2,800 cubic meters per second. If you are planning to visit Niagara Falls, you can take the Maid of the mist boat ride to get to the horseshoe of the falls.

3. Reichenbach Falls, Switzerland

Nestled among the deep gorges and massive peaks of the Alps, the Reichenbach Falls are perhaps best known as the site of the death of the famous character Sherlock Holmes. Arthur Conan Doyle was so delighted with the beauty of this 250-meter cascade near the town of Meiringen that he decided that it was in such a place that the last battle between the famous detective and Professor Moriarty should take place. The waterfall can be reached by cable car in Willingen.

4. Kaieteur Falls, Guyana

At 251 meters high and 100 meters wide, Kaieteur Falls is not only twice the height of Victoria Falls and five times the height of Niagara Falls, it is also the most powerful in the world. It is located in pristine rainforest in the ancient Guiana Highlands. On the way to the waterfall you can see colorful Guiana cocks of the rocks, blue butterflies and other amazing animals.

5. Iguazu Falls, Argentina and Brazil

Another waterfall, located on the border of two countries: Argentina and Brazil, was included in UNESCO World Heritage List and is one of the seven new natural wonders of the world. The waterfall was formed as a result of a volcanic eruption and is divided into separate streams by various islands. Of the 275 Iguazu Falls, the Devil's Throat Falls is considered the highest, reaching 80 meters in height. During the rainy season from November to March, the volume of water flow can reach 12,750 cubic meters per second.

6. Detian Falls, China

p>Detian Falls forms part of the border between China and Vietnam and is the fourth largest waterfall located on the border. This waterfall may not compare with the previous ones in height, width and incredible volume of flow, but it can definitely be called one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world. Streams of water framed by karst rocks and rice fields create an unforgettable experience. The best time to visit this waterfall is mid-summer.

7. Gullfoss Waterfall, Iceland

Gullfoss Waterfall is a magnificent 32 meter high two stage waterfall on the Hvitau River. Water from rain and glacial runoff, especially in summer, creates one of the largest flows here in terms of volume in the world. On a sunny day, the sky is filled with many rainbows, and in winter, snow and frost on the rocks give it an extraordinary shine.

8. Sutherland Falls, New Zealand

To the south of the most beautiful fjord Milford Sound New Zealand's South Island is home to one of the country's most famous waterfalls - Sutherland Falls. This incredibly tall waterfall, 580 meters high, falls from a lake located in the valley. Many tourists claim that the noise from the falling water of Sutherland is much more deafening than near other more famous waterfalls.

9. Jim Jim Falls, Australia

Jim Jim Falls is a classic rectangular waterfall with a powerful stream of water that falls from a height of 215 meters from straight rocks Kakadu National Park in Australia. The best time to view this waterfall is during the rainy season, which lasts from December to March. But by June, powerful streams turn into a thin stream of water.

10. Angel Falls, Venezuela

Angel Falls is the tallest waterfall in the world. Its height reaches 979 meters, and the height of its continuous fall is 807 meters. It is located in Kainama National Park in Venezuela and included in the list UNESCO World Heritage Site. The waterfall was named after James Angel, an American pilot who discovered it in 1937. It is so high that during the dry season the water evaporates before reaching the ground.

Angel is located in a wild, remote area and is not easily accessible. Tourists who want to admire this natural wonder are offered tours by river and by air.

Daria Nessel| Oct 12, 2017

Niagara Falls- one of the wonders of the world, located on the border of Canada and the USA. Every second, huge masses of water rush down with noise, a truly breathtaking and amazing sight. Let's take a closer look at one of the most beautiful places on our planet.

Where is Niagara Falls located?

Niagara Falls is located on the Niagara River of the same name, between two states. It is not the largest in the world, its height is only fifty-three meters, but colossal volumes of water pass through it, incomparable to any other. Many people think that Niagara is one waterfall, but in fact there are three of them: American, Canadian and Veil. There are two cities near it: the American Buffalo and the Canadian Niagara Falls.

View of the Horseshoe Falls from above.

The history of Niagara Falls

The history of Niagara Falls goes back twelve thousand years. The reason for its formation, like the river, was the appearance of the Wisconsin Glacier; it moved across Canadian territory. Glacial masses compacted rocks and soil layers, creating a unique landscape, river beds, lakes and rapids. After the glacier began to melt, huge volumes of water created soil erosion, as if pushing apart the bowels of the earth, thereby creating entire gorges and cliffs filled with water.

The destruction of the soil continues now, Niagara Falls is gradually moving up to the source of the flow. We won’t see this happen, but according to professors’ estimates, in twenty thousand years it will reach Lake Erie, becoming one huge body of water.

Discovery of Niagara Falls

The discovery of Niagara Falls belongs to Samuel de Champlain in 1604, by pure chance. While studying and mapping the beds of the St. Lawrence River, the scientist learned from local residents about the existence of a small ledge of water between Lakes Erie and Ontario. He put it on the map, and there the Europeans learned in absentia about the new wonder of the world.

The next eyewitnesses of the unprecedented miracle were missionaries in 1640 and 1647, then they called it “a waterfall of terrible height.”

Niagara Falls - a beautiful legend of love

A touching and romantic legend of the local Indian flame is associated with Niagara Falls. It tells about the beautiful Lelavalaya, the daughter of the leader of one of the tribes. Her father, against her will, betrothed her to an honorable warrior; the girl sincerely hated him. Unable to accept her fate, she sacrificed herself, throwing herself into the watery abyss, in the name of bright love for God He-No, the lord of thunder, who lived in a cave. He-No was fascinated by the girl and did not let her die, he picked her up on the fly. Since then, their souls have lived in peace and love, guarding Niagara Falls. This is where its name came from; it literally means “rattling water” in Indian.

Niagara Falls, observation decks.

Extreme fun in Niagara

In the 19th century, an unusual, risky fun appeared - descent in wooden barrels. The first person to descend from Niagara was, oddly enough, an ordinary teacher Annie Taylor; she not only overcame it in a wooden barrel, but most importantly, she survived, receiving only a small wound on her head.

After this strange act, hundreds of extreme sports enthusiasts in wooden barrels rafted through the waters of Niagara, many received serious injuries, often this adventure ended tragically, but there were those who made this extreme jump several times. Every year the sad list of unsuccessful descent attempts grows and it has become a popular place for suicides, a beautiful death in front of a huge public.

Now descending it is prohibited, it is punishable by a large fine and even imprisonment, but despite all the prohibitions there are daredevils or madmen who want to conquer the raging elements.

VIDEO: Niagara Falls

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Excursions at Niagara Falls

The best place to see the natural splendor is at Table Rock Lookout.

Many tourists choose the deck of the Maid of Mist ships. They depart from both sides every thirty minutes; the capacity of one such boat is about six hundred passengers. The price from the Canadian side is 15C$, from the American side 9$. The tour lasts about twenty minutes.

The most interesting part begins when approaching the center of the Horseshoe, the ship goes around it in a circle. At this time, people on the deck are being doused with a mass of water, enthusiastic exclamations and screams can be heard everywhere, many are trying to wrap themselves in raincoats, but this will not help much, water will be everywhere.

You can admire the amazing beauty of Niagara Falls from a bird's eye view by booking a helicopter ride, it will cost $140.

The infrastructure in this area is very developed; you can visit a 3D cinema, where anyone can watch videos related to a local landmark. In the nearest cities, there is a Ferris wheel, various lifts, platforms and terraces, a wax museum, and many attractions.

Note to tourists!

• If you are going to sail on a boat near Niagara Falls, if you have the opportunity, then buy not an ordinary raincoat, but a cellophane overall and swimming goggles.
• The equipment should also be better packed, and in no case should it be missing, otherwise the minimum: it will simply flood, the maximum - you will simply lose it due to a strong flow. It’s better to take beautiful shots from observation platforms.
• Additionally, take a second pair of shoes with you to continue the tour in comfort.

Niagara National Park

Not far from Niagara Falls there is a national park of the same name - a small and cozy place where you can relax a little after a busy excursion. The ticket costs only ten dollars, and parking costs the same. There are several cafes and restaurants in the park where you can eat delicious food, not just fast food, but quite healthy and satisfying dishes. On its territory there is an aquarium, where interesting shows with fur seals are organized for children, as well as a museum dedicated to the discovery, study and interesting facts related to the main attraction. Near the museum there are shops and stalls with souvenirs that will remind you of your unusual journey.

Niagara Falls - winter light show

Traditionally, during the winter festival, which lasts from November to January, Niagara Falls is painted with millions of colors, a sight of incredible beauty. Although the waters are illuminated throughout the year, it is during the festival that the colored spotlights are turned on not for just three hours, but for seven or more.

To better enjoy the show, there is a special route along which a small tram runs.

They decided to organize a light show in 1860. In honor of the arrival of the royal person, the Prince of Wales, a grandiose show was staged with colored spotlights and fireworks. Tourists and local residents liked the magical spectacle so much that colored lighting has since been used constantly.

My journey to one of the most picturesque and unique creations created by nature - Niagara Falls.

Today is my birthday, but not my birthday, but my blog’s website!

Exactly 3 months ago, my significant other and I chose a name, registered a website, and I had my first baby :-)

And since today is an anniversary date, this post will be devoted to a grandiose and exciting subject.

Niagara Falls: dream and reality

Since childhood, I dreamed of traveling around the world, studying the cultures and traditions of peoples and countries, exploring nature and admiring the environment.

I remember looking at a beautiful colored book from a friend when I was about 11 years old and promising myself that I would definitely visit these extraordinarily beautiful and interesting places.

One of these places was Niagara Falls.

Niagara Falls: American and Bridal Veil on the left, and Horseshoe in the distance

I was lucky to visit Niagara Falls twice.

The first time in the fall, and the second time in mid-summer. And both times differed from each other not only in the weather and the number of people, but also in the sensations.

But still, perhaps, you remember Niagara Falls when you see it for the very first time.

Although no, not like that. You first hear, feel, and then see Niagara Falls.

The roar and noise of water falling at high speed. Freshness from splashes flying in all directions. The beauty and power of this creation of nature, which truly takes your breath away.

Another proof that it is nature that is the creator of extraordinary, balanced and at the same time bewitching beauty on Earth.

But, unfortunately, we as people have forgotten how to notice and be grateful for the flora and fauna around us, perceiving it as a tribute.

By the way, one of the photographs I took of Niagara Falls was the background of all the pages of this blog for a whole year!

Here she is:

Niagara Falls and some information

Niagara Falls is not just one, but 3! waterfalls located on the border of the United States (New York State) and Canada (Ontario Province) on the Niagara River.

These waterfalls have their own names: Horseshoe Falls “Horseshoe” - the largest of all 3, American Falls “American” and Bridal Veil Falls “Bride's Veil”.

You stand on one bank of the river - you are in America, on the other - you are already in Canada. A small bridge over the Niagara River is what connects the 2 countries.

Niagara Falls Horseshoe overlooking the Canadian side

Bridge connecting America and Canada

Niagara Falls is the most powerful waterfall in terms of volume of falling water.

Niagara Falls is located within a large park, admission to which is free. They don’t charge you money to view the waterfall :)

But if you want to go to local attractions and feel and even touch! waterfall, then you have to spend money. If you buy a special pass that gives you the right to all the attractions of Niagara Falls, it turns out cheaper.

We paid $35 per person. I would like to talk about each of them, because it is thanks to these attractions that you can truly become part of this waterfall!

Attractions of Niagara Falls from the American side

Niagara Falls welcomes in different languages ​​:)

* Maid Of The Mist

This is such a big boat that you, along with dozens of other people, get on, first putting on an oversized, or rather, huge raincoat. By the way, I kept the raincoats as a souvenir, we had blue ones :-)

The boat, passing by the “American” and “Bridal Veil” waterfalls, comes very close to the largest “Horseshoe” waterfall (it is called a horseshoe because its shape resembles a horseshoe for a horse) and stops there for a couple of minutes.

The noise from the falling water is incredible! It is very difficult to take photographs because the water splashes in all directions. My mascara was washed off in seconds :-)

There is also fog there, and you feel as if you are surrounded by water on all sides. Even the sky merges with the waterfall into one. An extraordinary feeling. Fills with freshness and invigorates.

Then a boat of wet but happy people takes them back. This takes about 30 minutes.

Below you can watch the video that I shot from this boat: the first is from the very center of the Horseshoe, and the second is from the American and Bridal Veil waterfalls.

* Cave Of The Winds

The name speaks for itself. Cave of the Winds.

First, you are given special rubber sandals so that your shoes do not get wet and you do not slip. They are disposable, I also kept them as a souvenir!

Then you take the elevator down into an underground tunnel and from there you exit to the foot of the American Falls. There they gave us raincoats, but they were already yellow.

And we walked towards this seething beast. Or rather, the soul under Niagara Falls.

The ladder takes you right under the waterfall, where a stream of quickly rushing cold water hits you.

My God, how I screamed. It was scary and great at the same time when you realize that you are standing under a waterfall and realize how tiny you are compared to your environment.

Having yelled and swam, getting wet to the skin, we went up, again by elevator, and just sat on the grass, basking in the sun. Or rather, I was sitting, and my other half took a nap, resting his head on my lap for an entire hour!!!

* Aquarium

Very nice and well maintained aquarium. Many different types of fish and different marine life. The seahorses were especially touching - they were so tiny and starfish that were in the outdoor pool and you could admire them not through glass. We also watched a performance by Navy SEALs.

I'm not a fan of zoos and aquariums, but what really appeals to me about America is that people really care about animals and nature.

* Trolleybus

A small trolleybus travels throughout the park, which we rode towards the end, when we were tired. Sometimes it seemed like we were walking faster than he was driving!

* The waterfall itself

As soon as it gets dark, Niagara Falls begin to be illuminated and it, or rather the steam from it, shimmers with different colors. The spectacle is indescribable.

The park is very clean and well-groomed, there are many souvenir shops, where I couldn’t resist buying myself a magnet (collecting magnets is my hobby).

We spent the whole day in the park: from morning until late evening.

When we were in October, the temperature was about 22C and the trees were just beginning to turn red and yellow.

In July it was hot, about 30C and there were a lot of people. But after getting wet while boating, we quickly dried out

There are many places to eat in the park, but unfortunately most of them are fast food, which I don’t eat. That's why we had dinner at the restaurant both times. And in the same way, we liked it so much.

It was an Indian restaurant, with a name that was clear even to Russian people - “Zaika”. What translates to “taste” in Hindi, not what you think!

I am a big fan of all kinds of spices and seasonings, so Indian cuisine is one of my favorites. Soon I will share a recipe for Mango Lassi - a traditional Indian fermented milk drink that I simply adore.

Niagara Falls amazes and fascinates with its natural beauty and power. And it makes you think that in the same place you feel differently. But it’s always special if there’s a special person next to you.

I wish all of you, dear readers, to find and cherish this special person in your life!

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