Niagara Falls
🇺🇸United States, NY
Niagara Falls, located on the border of New York, USA, and Ontario, Canada, consists of three waterfalls: Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls. The combined falls have a flow rate of over 168,000 cubic meters per minute and a vertical drop of about 51 meters.
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Historically, Niagara Falls has been a source of hydroelectric power since the late 19th century. The falls were formed approximately 12,000 years ago during the Wisconsin glaciation. Visitors can access the American side through Niagara Falls State Park, established in 1885, offering observation points and boat tours like the Maid of the Mist.