Niagara Falls

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Niagara water falls

Niagara Falls is a group of three waterfalls spanning the border between the United States and Canada. Located on the Niagara River, they have a combined height of 167 feet (51 meters). The falls are made up of the Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls.

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The falls formed approximately 12,000 years ago during the last Ice Age, and they have an average flow rate of over 85,000 cubic feet per second. Niagara Falls is accessible to visitors from both the United States and Canada, with observation points, boat tours, and a surrounding park area providing various ways to experience the site.