Niagara Falls is a top tourist destination for visitors worldwide. Dubbed the Honeymoon Capital of the World, The Mighty Niagara welcomes 12 million visitors per year. There's much to learn and see when you plan your visit to Niagara Falls, New York and Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada, and this guide will help ensure that you leave no stone unturned.
In this beautifully illustrated guide, readers will learn about the history and geography of the region and uncover opportunities for planning a memorable vacation on both sides of the US/Canadian border. The regions' storied past- including famous visitors, daredevils, and notable residents-is detailed as well. Featuring tips for trekking through the parks, experiencing the Cave of the Winds and Maid of the Mist, viewing the museums and commercial hotspots, and taking in the illuminated waterfalls at night, this book covers a wealth of information designed to appeal to tourists from around the globe, expats, and residents alike.
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Color and B&W photos throughout
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978-1-68203-323-4 (9781682033234)
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Born in Niagara Falls, NY, Barbara A. Lynch-Johnt is a lifelong native of the Western New York area. She earned a BS in Sociology and a BA in English from the State University College at Buffalo and has worked in the publishing industry since 2000. She is the owner of Basia Photography and specializes in wedding photography, fashion shoots, and fine art photography. Her images have been exhibited in numerous local galleries. She is the coauthor of Illustrated Dictionary of Photography: The Professional's Guide to Terms and Techniques for Film and Digital Imaging (Amherst Media, 2008)
About the Author
Foreword by Tom Yots, former Niagara Falls City Historian
Introduction
Part 1. The History of the Mighty Niagara
1. The Lure of the Thundering Waters
2. Famous Faces: From Nikola Tesla to Marilyn Monroe
3. Daredevils
Part 2. The Parks: Where to Go, What to See
4. To the Brink: Where to Get the Best Views of the Falls
5. The Maid of the Mist, Cave of the Winds, and More
6. Off the Beaten Path: Journeying Beyond the Parks
Part 3. Niagara at Night
7. Everything Is Illuminated: Sightseeing at Night
8. Fireworks
9. Accommodations
Resources
Index
