| One of the Seven Wonders of the World, Niagara | | | | of the region. A rather risky adventure for |
| Falls is a literally and figuratively breathtaking sight. | | | | adrenaline junkies is the practice of descending |
| However, in addition to the falls there are several | | | | the Falls in a barrel. The first person to ever do |
| other attractions in the vicinity that should not be | | | | this was a 63 year old teacher, in the quest of |
| missed out by visitors. | | | | notoriety. Thankfully she survived. |
| The best time to visit the Falls is during the | | | | Toronto is the thriving capital of Ontario, and has |
| summer months of July and August. It is best to | | | | a host of attractions as well. There is the CNN |
| make your visit during the early morning, or late | | | | Tower, one of the sights of the Canadian skyline. |
| in the afternoon. The two most popular | | | | Currently the tallest building in the world, it is an |
| attractions are the Cave of the Winds and the | | | | important telecommunications hub. |
| Journey Behind the Falls. Additional areas of | | | | Niagara Falls is an obvious attraction, but its parks |
| interest are the Maid of the Mist and the Whirlpool | | | | are also extraordinary. Apart from the previously |
| Jetboat. During the winter months the latter two | | | | mentioned attractions, parks such as the Butterfly |
| are closed for sightseers, and so is the Cave of | | | | Conservatory, Whirlpool Aero Car, Legends on |
| the Winds. | | | | the Niagara, White Water Walk and three golf |
| Summer clothing is ideal in July and August, but at | | | | courses help keep visitors to the Falls entertained. |
| other times of year, the weather can change | | | | In addition to these, there is the 1000 Islands |
| dramatically in a second, so it is best to be | | | | Skydeck, a great place to get a bird's eye view |
| prepared with a light jacket and a raincoat to | | | | of the surrounding area. Quite unusually, Canada |
| protect oneself from getting drenched by the | | | | has its own safari experience where it showcases |
| spray. | | | | around 1000 exotic species in special game |
| There are many other attractions around the | | | | reserves. |
| Falls, and one can enjoy a delicious meal in a fine | | | | Then there is the re-created 19th century |
| restaurant, with a spectacular view of the Falls. | | | | Canadian settlement, the Black Creek Pioneer |
| There is also the Skylon Tower, which is an | | | | Village also located near the falls. The site has |
| unnerving 775 feet higher than the Falls. There | | | | homes, farms, and public buildings that bring to life |
| are charming vineyards that lie just a little away | | | | the Victorian slice of life in the 18602. |
| from the Falls, these produce the famous ice wine | | | | |