Niagara Falls

The site spans the international boundary, where the river splits into the massive Horseshoe Falls, the American Falls, and the slender Bridal Veil Falls. Beyond the sheer scale of the water flow, the landscape is defined by a blend of raw geography and industry. Visitors can choose between up-close boat trips into the mist for a visceral perspective or stick to the network of scenic walking viewpoints for a broader look at the falls' height. Further inland, the area preserves its industrial legacy through several historic hydroelectric power sites that document the taming of this immense volume of water.