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The Horseshoe Falls, Niagara Falls, Canada - Niagara Falls
The Horseshoe Falls, Niagara Falls, Canada
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I spent a few days at Niagara Falls in November 2006. There is so much to see and do at Niagara Falls such as Maid of the Mist, the Skylon Tower and Behind The Falls Experience. The main natural attractions are The Horseshoe and The American Falls but there is something for everyone.

This was my 4th trip to Niagara Falls and sadly the park gradually became very commercialised over the years with the never ending urban landscape including high rise hotels, casinos, theme parks etc. I feel it's more a suburban town than a park! Such a constrast to the American side!

As much as I loved seeing the Falls, I felt saddened by commercialism of the area compared to when I first saw them in 1989.

Dawn at Niagara Falls, Canada - Niagara Falls

Dawn at Niagara Falls, Canada

The American Falls at Niagara Falls, Canada - Niagara Falls

The American Falls at Niagara Falls, Canada

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  • Pros:Great views of The Horseshoe and The American Falls!
  • Cons:Very commercialised!
  • In a nutshell:Beauty comes at a price!
  • Last visit to Niagara Falls: Nov 2006
  • Intro Updated Apr 17, 2011
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