![]() The Falls, we discovered, were formed some 12,000 years ago when torrents from melting glaciers poured over huge cliffs the surrounding area was converted into America’s first state park in 1885 and the site is now visited by 10 million people a year. The largest of the Falls in terms of both width (2,200 feet) and water volume is the Horseshoe on the Canadian side of the Niagara River the tallest, at 190 feet, is the American, and the smallest, the Bridal, is best seen from the adjacent, perilously-perched Cave of the Winds. Our Maid of the Mist cruise to the base of the towering Falls became quite theatrical as we were showered with spray, and passengers, mainly Asian, squealed with delight. “But surely there’s more!,” exclaimed my travel companion Rose, as we motored through the spectacular autumnal landscape of western New York State.Īnd, indeed, there was – legendary Niagara Falls was as awesome as anticipated the vibrant city of Buffalo is undergoing a renaissance and the surrounding area is full of both urban and rural attractions. ![]() My initial image of Niagara Falls and nearby Buffalo was of generations of honeymooners celebrating their nuptials beside the famous Falls before travelling 21 miles south to indulge in savoury chicken snacks known as Buffalo Wings. ![]()
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