Trip to Niagara Falls on 27-06-08 with Ragavendran Viji Lekaha, Malvika and Raja Surya
Photo taken in the boat in Niagara falls visit
Niagara Falls
Fire works at Niagara Falls on 27-06-08
At 56 metres (180 ft) high, the
The
Over the last century the
The natural bedrock is composed of soft shale and limestone. Over the years the continual flow of water causes large sections of bedrock to fall and remain at the base of the cataracts.
Geologists predict that eventually the
No one has ever dared to conquer the
Welcome To
Niagaras most unique adventure begins here! Over 400 free flying birds await you in our multi-level rainforest! Have a giant Macaw sit on your arm, feed our Australian Rainbow Lorikeets, see a bat colony just inches away from you or simply bask in the marvels of nature as you walk among 35 foot tall palm trees, a 40 foot waterfall and hundreds of unique birds from around the world just a few feet away!
Nine kilometers north of the Falls along the
A butterfly is the closest we will ever see to flowers in flight. Their meandering flight patterns seem to paint the room with colour. Exotic greenery and flowing water set the stage for the fluttering and soaring of several hundred butterflies.
Dozens of different species of butterflies move through the climate-controlled 1,022 sq metre(11,000 sq. ft.) conservatory. Enjoy the butterflies as you make your way along a 180 metre (600 ft.) network of paths. In the Emergence area, watch as the butterflies make their way out of their chrysalides. There is a wide variety of foliage inside the conservatory, so the butterflies always have a source of food from the plants in bloom. As you walk along the pathways, look closely and carefully observe the grace and agility of these beautiful creatures of flight. You might even catch a glimpse of them feeding, uncoiling their mouthparts to sip nectar from the colourful flowers. The Butterfly Conservatory is located 9 kilometers (5.6 miles) north of
Just Outside: Visitors can meet some native butterflies in the outdoor
About 12,000 years ago,
Since then, major water diversions have spread out the flow more evenly, slowing the rate of erosion at the Falls. These include the Sir Adam Beck #2 Generating Station (1954) on the Canadian side of the border, the Robert Moses Niagara Power Plant (1961) on the American side of the
Horseshoe Falls Fast Facts
- The
- The crestline is estimated to be 675 metres (2200ft) wide.
- The depth of the river at the base of the falls is actually higher than the falls itself. The river's depth is estimated at 56 metres (184 ft).
- The flow of water over the crestline of the falls is estimated at more than 168,000 cubic metres.
The
Casino
Opened on Dec 9, 1996, Casino Niagara features over 96,000 sq ft of gaming space with a total of 123 gaming tables and over 3000 slot machines. Tables are accessible for persons with disabilities. Casino
Five different dining establishments are offered at Casino Niagara, so enjoy:
- Twenty One for fine dining
- The Market's casual and comfortable atmosphere
- Hard Rock Cafe's up-beat character
- Perks Cafe, a delightful coffee bar
The
Casino
- You must be 19 years of age or older to enter the gaming area.
- All games must be played with Canadian currency.
- Currency exchange is available around the clock.
- For
- Entrances/Gaming facilities accessible for persons with disabilities.
- Casino
- Valet and on-site parking is available. There is also convenient off-site parking with continuous shuttle service.
The whole family will be thrilled by Free Pizza Pizza Fireworks over the Falls, every Friday and Sunday from May 18 until September 2, as well as Wednesdays in July and August and Fridays from September 7 to October 5.
Special displays are also held on these
Day July 4, Canadian Civic
All displays are scheduled for 10:00 p.m. and are weather dependent.
From May 18 to September 2, free Coca-Cola Concerts are held on Fridays and Sundays at
WINTER FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS DISPLAYS Opening Ceremonies are on Saturday, November 3 with displays at 6:15 and 8 p.m., as well as on every Friday, November 9 to December 21 at 9 p.m. During Christmas week, displays are held every evening Wednesday, December 26, 2007 to Sunday, January 6, 2008 at 9 p.m. Don't miss the special New Year's Eve display at midnight on December 31.
From the latter part of May, traditional carpet bedding material is used until frost occurs. Adjacent to the Floral Clock is the
Experience the mystery and art of illusion with Greg Frewin, one of the most decorated magicians in the world. Greg Frewin "The International Grand Champion of Magic" earned his title by winning first place in all of the World's top magic competitions, a feat that has never been duplicated by any magician. Audiences in 20 countries, across six continents have enjoyed Greg's brilliant performance.
His NEW 600 seat theatre has created a
ALSO come face to face with one of our stars as we offer the rare and unique opportunity to have your photo taken with a TIGER!
Greg Frewin Theatre also has other shows performing at the Theatre check out our website for details.
The
Water was first diverted from the Canadian side of the
Today the churning river provides the driving force for almost 2 million kilowatts of electricity from a number of power plants on the Canadian side. The three largest are Sir Adam Beck Niagara Generating Station Nos. 1 and 2 and the nearby pumping-generating station.
On the American side of the border, down river from the Falls, the Robert Moses Niagara Power Plant and the Lewiston Pump Generating Plant, together generate more than 2.4 million kilowatts of electricity, enough to power 24 million 100-watt lightbulbs.
Since 1958, Sir Adam Beck Generating Station No.2 has been Ontario Power Generation’s largest and one of its most reliable hydroelectric facilities. Guided tours will give you a glimpse into the history of the region’s power development and will reveal the unique ways the natural splendor of
Parking: Parking is available on-site in front of the building. Purses, Bags and Backpacks will not be permitted on the tour.
Visitors to
Two other tunnels provide a close-up view of the Falls from behind. The tunnels extend only 46 metres(150 feet) behind the waterfall, so there is not a lot of walking. And you can explore it all at your leisure: the excursion is completely self-guided.
Lundy’s
The Lundy’s
This handsome two-storey limestone building was erected in 1874 on the site of the Battle of Lundy’s Lane and served as the Stamford Township Hall. John Latshaw, a prominent local architect, was the designer for what is now one of the few remaining structures of that time period in the City of
Stamford Township Council met here until 1962 when the Township and the City of
In 1974 the building was designated as an
The Museum is owned by the City of
The Museum’s collection includes a significant collection of War of 1812 artifacts, as well as historic prints of
Facilities on site include public washrooms, gift shop, plenty of free parking in the
Admission to the Museum is $3.00 for adults, $2.50 for students and seniors and $2.00 for children 6 to 12 years old, children under six years old are free. Memberships are available for all the City of Niagara Falls Museums and details can be obtained at any of the Museums.
The Museum is open 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily from January 2 to May 1, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. May 1 to October 31 and Wednesday to Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in November and December.
War of 1812
The War of 1812 between the
To celebrate 100 years of the City of
Black History
The African Experience is an important part of the history of the City of
Queen Victoria Memorial Fountain
To the right of the entrance to the Museum stands a stone memorial fountain commemorating Queen
Educational Programmes
The Lundy's
The name Niagara Glen conjures up visions of a pleasant, peaceful glade. This image is reasonably accurate so long as you stay in the picnic area above the cliff.
But once you wander over the edge of the gorge, the scene changes dramatically, and a more apt descriptor would be the Devil's Half Acre or the Battleground of the Gods. Gigantic moss-covered boulders are strewn about in the most chaotic fashion, as though some superhuman powers had fought a pitched battle on this site, gouging rocks as large as housed from the ground and hurling them at each other. You can wander around this bizarre landscape along approximately 4 kilometres (2.5 miles) of trails, which can be accessed via a metal staircase down the initial, steepest part of the gorge. Rock climbers
are often seen dangling precariously by ropes and pitons from the cliff face.
The trails lead down into the gorge, revealing the geologic strata that were laid down over four hundred million years ago. Although steep in places, the trails are well-marked and easily negotiated. The paths, which thread over, under, and around huge boulders that have been carved from the cliff face and were smoothed when Niagara Falls was here approximately eight thousand years ago, pass by various natural features including the mammoth pothole, the leaning rock, and Devils arch. The forest is primarily deciduous with maples, Staghorn sumacs, sassafras, tulip trees, and even some red mulberry trees.
Fishing has long been a favourite pastime at the Glen, and fishermen can often be seen casting their lines from the many rocks that are strewn along the shore. A word of caution: do not clamber onto these rocks as the water level can change suddenly and leave you stranded.
A brochure that describes the paths and provides an insight into the geology, history of the gorge, and native vegetation is available in the Gift Shop.
This popular free attraction is visited by over 420,000 people on an annual basis. Located on the
Flying tropical birds live in the Greenhouse. The tropical house features a collection of plants from around the globe.
Bedding plants used for the many display gardens are grown here.
For more information on seasonal floral displays please visit the official Niagara Parks Greenhouse Site
The
A thrilling flight, a spectacular sight! From the sensation of lift-off to the excitement of soaring above the turbulent rapids and cascading waterfalls, your Niagara Helicopters ride is a unique and spectacular experience. Our all-scenic route gives you an incredible
view of
Winter brings an added dimension of beauty and outdoor activity to
And if you have never seen
The spectacular "Winter Festival of Lights" runs from late November to early January, featuring breathtaking light displays and even outdoor entertainment against the illuminated backdrop of the Falls.
The tumbling waters cut away the shale and sandstone layers until the dolomite top layer collapses, thus maintaining the vertical face of the Falls.
About 12,000 years ago,
Since then, major water diversions have spread out the flow more evenly, slowing the rate of erosion at the Falls. These include the Sir Adam Beck #2 Generating Station (1954) on the Canadian side of the border, the Robert Moses Niagara Power Plant (1961) on the American side of the
It is suggested that now the rate of erosion could be as low as 30 centimetres (one foot) every ten years.
A Collection of Facts and Figures About
The word "Onguiaahra" appears on maps as early as 1641. Both it and the later version "Ongiara" are Indian words generally interpreted as meaning "The Straight", although the romantic "Thunder of Waters" is sometimes given. By the time the first white man arrived at the Falls, the name in general use was "
The
- The Niagara River is about 56 kilometres (35 miles) long and is the natural outlet from Lake Erie to
- The elevation between the two lakes is about 99 metres (326), with the half-way point occurring at the Falls.
- The total area drained by the
The average fall from
The Falls
- The Canadian Horseshoe Falls, for the most part, fall 52 metres (170 feet) into the Maid of the Mist Pool.
- At the
- The Niagara Gorge extends from the Falls for 11 kilometres (7 miles) downstream to the foot of the escarpment at Queenston.
More than 168,000 cubic metres (6 million cubic feet) of water go over the crestline of the Falls every minute during peak daytime tourist hours. It is difficult to determine the depth of the water at the crestline due to various flows and conditions of the river.
Combined Volume of Flow
April to September 15 8:00 am to 10:00 pm September 16 to October 31 8:00 am to 8:00 pm 2832 cubic metres/sec All other dates and times 1416 cubic metres/sec The remainder of river flow is removed upstream form the Falls and shared equally for hydro-electric generation by Canada and the United States. The total generating capacity at
To see the Falls at night is to be wide awake in the land of dreams"
Every evening beginning at dusk the Falls are lit in the colours of the rainbow - don't miss the unmatched beauty of the Falls at night!
Illumination of the Falls has been Financed and Operated by The Niagara Falls Illumination Board since 1925.
Currently a total of 21 Xenon lights are used to illuminate the Falls. In 1998, 18 of these new lights replaced older lamps and fixtures at the Illumination tower, doubling the intensity of the lights on the Falls without doubling the hydro bills. Each Xenon spotlight illuminating the Falls at night has a brilliance of 250,000,000 candlepower.
Funding for the year-round, nightly illumination of the Falls is provided by:
- . The City of
- The City of
- The Niagara Parks Commission
- The
Directly opposite the Maid of the
Formally opened in 1937, the architectural design is that of an amphitheatre which resembles those of ancients Greeks and Romans.
Fan-shaped, with the stage placed so that the panorama of the Falls forms a backdrop, it is built on varying levels, taking advantage of the contours of the ground and incorporating a foundation wall of the old Clifton Hotel. At the rear there is a curved pergola connecting two open pavilions, one aligned on the axis of the Horseshoe Falls, the other on that of the
Sloping terraces, rock gardens, lily ponds, shrubbery and wide promenades adjoin the amphitheatre.
The parkland adjacent to the Canadian "Horseshoe" Falls is truly a royal garden setting and yours to enjoy free of charge. From early Spring to late Fall, Queen
Queen
The
Take the yellow bug (exterior glass encased elevator) to the Observation Deck, the Revolving Dining Room or the Summit Suite Buffet dining room. On a clear day a visitor can see a over 80 miles. A must for photographers. Open Year Round. For those with a taste for the extraordinary Skylon's Revolving Dining Room simply must be experienced. The award-winning continental cuisine is presented in an elegant setting 775 ft. above the Falls.
Lunch or dinner, the menu is rivalled only by the view, which you can appreciate at leisure (one rotation per hour). Dine by night and you'll discover the unique atmosphere created by the illumination of the Falls. Discover the ultimate in buffet style dining in the Summit Suite. Relax in a comfortable casual setting and marvel at one of the world’s greatest wonders. Whether your tastes thrill to roast beef or fresh seafood our buffet is sure to tempt you. The Skylon makes superb dining affordable for the whole family along free escalation to the dining rooms. <!--[if !supportLineBreakNewLine]--> <!--[endif]-->
Within the Dome of the
On the lower level international shopping, The Skylon Fun Centre,
"The Old Scow" Located on the
This dumping scow, marooned and rusting away in the Upper Rapids, has been a point of interest since August 1918, when it broke loose from its towing tug with two men aboard.
Luckily, the men had the presence of mind to open the scow's bottom dumping doors, grounding it on a rocky ledge where it has remained ever since.
After almost 29 hours on the barge, they were rescued using a breeches buoy connected to a line shot out from the roof of the Toronto Power Generating Station.
In recent years the old scow has severely deteriorated.
The true extent of its deterioration can only be seen from an aerial tour over Niagara Falls
Welcome to the
The first impression of a modern lake-faring freighter is of its overwhelming size. It doesn't seem possible that something of such immense proportions could even be built, much less be able to dock, load, and sail the lakes. Yet dozens of lakers and "salties" (sea going ships) ply up and down the Welland Canal every day, casting enormous shadows as they cruise incongruously past lush orchards and vineyards.
Longer than two football fields and weighing more than 30,000 tonnes, how is it possible to lift these behemoths up and over the cliff face of the Niagara Escarpment? Not only is this done on a routine basis, but the technology is so simple that ships have been routinely hoisted up and down the escarpment for over 150 years.
Engineers discovered the trick long ago - let gravity and water do the work. The locks are filled and emptied by water flowing downhill from Lake Erie toward
Originally constructed in 1829 to link Lake Erie with
The Whirlpool Aero Car In
The best way to see
A Spanish engineer designed and built it, Leonardo Torres Quevedo, the Aero Car has been operating since 1916.
Riders can see the rapids, the Whirlpool, the Gorge, the hydro-electric plants down the river, as the aerial car travels safely between two different points on the Canadian shore of the
Location: Located 4.5 km.(3 miles)down-river from the Falls at People Mover stops #8 & #16.
Features:
- The aerial cable car travels safely between two different points of the Canadian shore of the
- A round trip is about one kilometre (3,600 feet) and takes about 10 minutes to navigate.
- The capacity of the car is 40 standing passengers.
- A breathtaking view of the
- Built in 1913 by the Niagara Aero Car Company using Leonardo Torres-Quevedo's patent.
- Opened on August 8, 1916.
- Upgrades in design and function occurred in 1961, 1967 and 1984.
History : The aero car was designed by a Spanish engineer, Leonardo Torres Quevedo and has been in operation since 1910. The cable car is suspended from six sturdy cables and offers a wonderful view of the Niagara Whirlpool which is formed at the end of the rapids where the gorge turns abruptly to the northeast and the river escapes through the narrowest channel in the gorge. Please note that this attraction is NOT wheelchair accessible.
The
Come inside the Museum and step back in time.
Hours of Operation are 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., weekends from Victoria Day to June 30th; Daily during July and August; Weekends from Labour Day to Canadian Thanksgiving.
The Museum is available for tours or research all year round by calling 1(905)295-4036. Admission to the Museum is by donation.
Artifacts on display at the Museum represent what is now the City of Niagara Falls, Canada, but was formerly the
Genealogy
The
The Museum is located near
The Steamer Caroline as it would have appeared in 1837
Welcome to Zooz!
Have you ever come face to face with a hippopotamus? Can you imagine nuzzling noses with a giraffe? Want to hang out with a two-toed sloth?
You can at ZOOZ
More than 400 animals and birds are waiting to meet you at ZOOZ,
Zooz features an incredible range of exciting, educational activities for all ages and abilities-from a petting park to children’s playgrounds. Take is guided tours, interactive animal presentations and feeding demonstrations, slash pad, fishing, paddleboating, kite-flying, playgrounds, live concerts and one of
SPECTACULAR SHOWS!
ZOOZ has entertainment for all ages from live outdoor concerts to sky-soaring birds of prey presentations. Don’t miss seeing our wild side of ZOONIVERSITY where you’ll meet ZOOZ animals and their handlers for an interactive experience to remember. Come along on our guided tours featuring the big cats, primates and bears. Visitors can even try their hand at feeding a gentle Giraffe or a hungry Hippopotamus!
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
Ziggy’s Zoovenier shop is a perfect place to find unique gifts for everyone on your list. Plush animals, apparel, gits, for everyone on your list. Plush animals, apparel, gifts, jewelry, games and more all with a wildlife conservation theme. Many of out items will be only available at ZOOZ providing you with a one of a kind shopping experience. We also provide a variety of local, native and unique products.
On your way in or out of the park be sure to visit the Stevensville Garden Gallery! Located adjacent to the ZOOZ parking area, this garden center and gift store offers an array of unique indoor and outdoor home and gardening items year-round.
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