Every time you see Niagara Falls, you are overwhelmed by its natural beauty, allowing you to leave behind your worries and pain and reach a dream-like state, getting lost in its tranquility. Often called the eighth wonder of the world, it is also called the honeymoon capital of the world due to its romantic atmosphere.
Dear Readers, I am back for a few weeks in Canada, where my family has settled temporarily to educate my daughters. Just as it is said that you have not seen Pakistan without visiting Lahore, similarly it is said that if you have not seen Niagara Falls, you have not seen Canada. Since this wonder is so close to Greater Toronto, where we live, it would be a mistake to skip it on any trip. Here we are again enjoying the concert of Irfan Banjo, Abid Sindhu and Zahid Gujjar in Niagara Falls.
Canada is self-sufficient in natural resources, having one of the largest reserves of fresh water spread throughout the country. According to a report, this earthly paradise consists of more than six thousand large and small freshwater lakes spread over a distance of three kilometers. Niagara Falls is not only a symbol of Canada, but it also has the distinction of being the largest waterfall in the world. Of course, it extends from Canada to the United States. In America it is called Niagara Falls, while in Canada it is called Niagara Falls. This waterfall was formed when a mountain fell on the Niagara River with a thunderous sound. Most of the waterfalls are located in Canada. This world famous waterfall located on the Canadian-American border is considered an excellent example of natural beauty and one of the natural wonders of the world. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations across the world.
My cousin Irfan Bhangu is an expert in leadership and mentoring. He has been living here for twenty-five years. However, he takes along a skilled driver like Abid Ali Sindhu, hands him the car and gets lost in the scene with me. The four of us set out from our hometown of Whitby to Niagara Falls, a journey that was expected to take an hour and a half. But because of the weekend and beautiful weather, every car was headed towards Niagara, so it took us more than two hours. Niagara Falls is located between Ontario, Canada and New York, USA. It was first discovered by Father Louis Hennepin in 1678. In 1759 Sieur de La Salle established a fort here which was later called Fort Niagara. The British captured this fort from the French during the war led by Sir William Johnson. In 1819, the Niagara River was recognized as the border between the United States and Canada, and in 1848, Niagara was granted city status, eventually becoming a city in 1892. Niagara can be reached by air, road or rail. From both the United States and Canada. The United States and Canada are connected by two bridges over the Niagara River, the most famous of which is the Rainbow Bridge, which was built in 1941 and still retains its architectural beauty. This arch-shaped bridge is the busiest crossing between the United States and Canada, the second being the Peace Bridge.
The most beautiful part of Niagara Falls is located on the Canadian side, and can be reached by car or on foot from the United States via the Rainbow Bridge. Hundreds of trucks also use this road every day for trade between the two countries. Citizens of both countries do not require a visa to cross the border, while most other citizens do require a visa.
The Niagara River connects North America’s two Great Lakes, Lake Erie and Lake Ontario. Goat Island in the river divides Niagara into two parts, from where the spectacular Niagara Falls originate. In fact, Niagara Falls consists of three main sections, the largest and most impressive of which is on the Canadian side, which is shaped like a horseshoe and is called Horseshoe Falls. This waterfall is 173 feet tall and 2,500 feet wide. The waterfall on the American side is called American Falls, and is 182 feet tall and 1,100 feet wide. The third, relatively smaller waterfall is known as Bridal Veil Falls. Approximately 700,000 gallons of water flow per second from these three waterfalls that fall 180 feet. An estimated four million tourists from all over the world visit Niagara every year to see this amazing sight. Visitors can take boat tours to see Niagara Falls up close, while helicopter flights offer stunning aerial views of the falls’ beautiful iridescent mist.
The Niagara Falls area has been designated a national park in both Canada and the United States. In the United States it is called Niagara State Reserve Park, and in Canada it is known as Queen Victoria Niagara Park. Niagara Reservation State Park is one of the oldest parks in the United States. It was established by the US government in 1885. The area of ​​this park is 107 acres, while Queen Victoria Niagara Park is spread over an area of ​​154 acres. , Apart from being a major tourist attraction due to its stunning beauty, the waterfall is also a major source of hydroelectric energy for Ontario and New York. Niagara Falls is approximately 12,000 years old and was formed when the glaciers behind it melted to form large freshwater lakes. The water continued to flow downwards and eventually formed a river over a steep cliff and became Niagara Falls.
The Niagara River flows at a speed of approximately 35 miles per hour (56.3 km/h), and this combination of altitude and water flow is what makes Niagara Falls so beautiful. Niagara Falls is a natural waterfall but the area has been made more attractive to tourists by the government. The Maid of the Mist Ferry offers close-up views of the falls, and attractions like Casino Niagara, the IMAX Theater and the Niagara Butterfly Conservatory are also worth a visit.