Niagara Falls Visitors Guide

Niagara Falls Energy Fact

The first known effort to harness the waters of Niagara was in 1759, when Daniel Joncaire built a small canal above the Falls to power his sawmill.

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The Origin of Niagara

The name “Niagara” (Iroquois Nation pronunciation “Nee-ah-GAh-rah”) is said to originate from an Iroquois word “Onguiaahra” meaning “The Strait.”

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Tidbits Category

This is the Tidbits category. Here are are going to post fun, funny or fascinating things about Niagara Falls and the surrounding region. Most will be short, sweet and to the point. Some may just be random stuff. You’ll just have to check back and see, now won’t you? Feel free to add your own comments [...]

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