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This is a wonderfl presentation about Niagara Falls done by two of my ESL students.

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Niagara Falls

Changhyun OhHyelyun Yoon

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HistoryHistory

LocationLocation

AttractionAttraction

Movie in NiagaraMovie in Niagara

Niagara Falls Frozen OverNiagara Falls Frozen Over

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History

The name "Niagara" is said to originate from an lroquois word "Onguiaahra" meaning "The Strait."

Niagara's historic sites, battlefields, museums and military recreations are a memorable journey into the past.

Niagara was known as "The Crossing" and the start of the Freedom Trail, part of the Underground Railroad.

Niagara Falls Facts

American Falls– Height 180 ft (56 m)– Width 1060 ft (320 m)– Volume of flow 10% of total

Horseshoe Falls (Canadian Falls) – Height 170 ft (54m)– Width 2200 ft (675m)– Volume of flow 90% of total

Location

Niagara Falls are massive waterfalls on the Niagara River.Straddling the international border separating the Canadian province of Ontario and the U.S. state of New York.

Niagara Falls at Night

The Falls are illuminated every night of the year !

Movies

Superman 2 Pirates of the Caribbean Niagara Falls visits rose sharply in 1953 after the release of Niagara, a movie starring Marilyn Monroe.

Attraction -The Skylon Tower

At 520 feet, it is the tallest structure in Niagara. Opened in the autumn of 1964.Take the yellow bug to the Observation Deck, On a clear day a visitor can see a over 80 miles.Vistors can enjoy dining room.

Whirlpool Aero Car

Ride The AirHigh above the racing Niagara River, you'll be transported through the air in an antique cable car. 

Maid of the Mist Boat Tour

Boats leave every 30 minutes .For more than 150 years, it has taken visitors through the foaming waters beneath the falls.

Niagara Falls Frozen Over

Niagara Falls completely frozen over in 1911.

Q&A

Q: Where and when can I view the Falls?A: Niagara Falls State Park is open year round for viewing the Falls. The park is open daily 7am - midnight all year long.

Q: Does the Niagara Falls State Park at the Falls close for the winter? A: No, the park is open all year round.

Q: Do the Falls freeze in the winter? A: No, the water flows continually year round.

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