1. Three Waterfalls :
Niagara Falls consists of three waterfalls: the Horseshoe Falls (the largest), the American Falls, and the Bridal Veil Falls (the smallest).
2. Location :
It’s situated on the border between the United States (New York) and Canada (Ontario).
3. Age :
Niagara Falls was formed over 12,000 years ago during the last Ice Age.
4. Water Flow :
Approximately 85,000 cubic feet of water flow over the falls every second during peak daytime hours.
5. Hydropower Source :
It’s a major source of hydroelectric power for both Canada and the U.S., with plants that generate over 4.9 million kilowatts of electricity.
6. Height :
The height of Horseshoe Falls is about 167 feet (51 meters), while the American Falls range from 70 to 110 feet (21 to 34 meters) due to rocks at the base.
7. Tourism :
It attracts over 12 million visitors annually, making it one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations.
8. Erosion :
The falls have receded by more than 11 kilometers (7 miles) over the last 12,000 years due to erosion, but efforts are made to control the erosion now.
9. Daredevil History :
Many thrill-seekers have attempted to go over the falls, including the first person, Annie Edson Taylor, who survived a trip over the falls in a barrel in 1901.
10. Frozen Falls :
While Niagara Falls doesn’t freeze solid, in extremely cold weather, parts of the falls and the surrounding area become encased in ice, creating stunning ice formations.
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