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Niagara Falls showcases the incredible power of nature, but in winter it freezes completely, creating a truly spectacular sight. Every location here exudes an overwhelming sense of awe. The waterfall is truly majestic, one of the most powerful in the world. Here are some little-known facts about this place.
This waterfall may not be the biggest, but it is the most majestic.
You might think that Niagara Falls is at least on the list of the world's largest waterfalls, but that's not actually the case. In total, three smaller waterfalls merge into Niagara Falls, creating a massive volume of water. Even more astonishing, they flow with their full power, creating a truly magnificent spectacle.
Tourist hit by falling flying fish.
One of the dangers of approaching this waterfall is encountering flying fish. Approximately 90% of the fish will fall down the falls, but some species end up flying out and hitting visitors. Many people report witnessing what looks like a rain of fish falling from the sky. This makes the place an even more fascinating attraction.
There have been cases of people surviving after risking a fall from the top of the waterfall.
Descending Niagara Falls in a barrel is no joke, but one woman did it and miraculously survived; her name was Annie Edison Taylor. She achieved this feat in 1901 and lived to tell the story, but she advised people not to try it again.
In 2012, a man named Nik Wallenda received special permission from the government to attempt a walk on Niagara Falls and succeeded.
The waterfall is eroding; it will disappear in the future.
It is estimated that in the next 50,000 years, Niagara Falls will no longer flow as it does now. This is due to erosion occurring between the falls and Lake Erie, the rate of which is increasing every year.
Boost positive energy for visitors after their visit.
Some people admit to feeling invigorated after visiting Niagara Falls. Scientists explain that this feeling is due to the movement of the water, specifically the splashing of water releasing negative ions into the air.
These are negative ions released by waves on the beach and rainwater during thunderstorms. This release is known as the Lenard effect; when humans absorb these negative ions, it has positive effects on the body. Conversely, positive ions also have some negative effects on the body, such as the artificial light from electronic devices.
