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Niagara Falls at night
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s l l a F a r a Niag By Susan Fillmore
istory, culture, adventure and natural wonder converge in Niagara Falls, Ontario! One of the world’s most famous honeymoon destinations, this worldclass city plays host to over 12 million tourists annually, with a wide variety of events and activities certain to delight any group. Whether it’s sightseeing, nightlife, or enjoying the great outdoors, Niagara Falls will keep travellers amazed and entertained!
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Housing a vast collection of Niagara Falls history, the Museum provides a showcase for the unique past of the famous city. The Museum recently underwent a $12M renovation, creating a dynamic space to examine and explore our diverse history.
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No visit to Niagara Falls would be complete without an up close and personal experience at the 52 metre-high Horseshoe Falls. Journey Behind The Falls takes your group 150 feet underground, where a short tunnel leads to two outdoor observation decks and two portals under the falls. Here, you’ll enjoy the thunderous roar and feel the spray as one fifth of the world’s fresh water rolls down before you. For an equally thrilling adventure, hop aboard the Maid of the Mist, North America’s oldest tourist attraction, operating from approximately April to late October each year. This half hour diesel-engine boat ride takes into the basin beneath the powerful Canadian Horseshoe Falls. Several celebrities, including Marilyn Monroe, Princess Diana and Brad Pitt have donned the souvenir rain ponchos and experienced the mist, spray and spectacular views of the Falls from this breathtaking angle! For those who prefer to stay dry, visit the Daredevil Gallery, which features stories, photos and a number of the actual vessels of the 16 ultimate thrill seekers who have been brave – or foolish - enough to attempt to conquer the falls. For fantastic photo opportunities, stroll through some of the 99 acres at the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens, a unique and fascinating display of shrubs, perennials, and flowering trees, with seasonal beddings that are changed three to four times annually. A short distance away is the Floral Clock, which, at over 12 metres in diameter, is one of the largest in the world. Or, for something completely different, visit the Ten Thousand Buddha Temple, a seven level Asian-styled building, which houses collections of Buddhist art and artifacts. This serene and sacred temple is open for free weekend tours from May to October each year. Dining options abound for groups of all sizes in Niagara Falls, from chain restaurants
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to international cuisine; for breakfast, lunch or supper, the culinary possibilities are almost endless! Many restaurants offer scenic views of the Falls as you enjoy the fresh, local flavours of the Niagara region. For a unique experience be sure to check out the Oh Canada Eh? Dinner Show for some laughs and a great meal. A twenty-minute drive along the Niagara River Parkway will take you to the fabled