CANADA: 5 Things to See In Niagara

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I am so excited to write my latest post on one of my favourite tourist destinations located in one of my favourite countries in the world. Brainstorming the possibilities already? You need not any more! I am going to write about my trip to Niagara in Canada and leave you with jaw-dropping pictures of the beautiful Niagara Falls and increase your quest to plan your trip to the lovely city. 


When I was a child, I had studied about the Niagara Falls and wanted to see them ever since. It was finally in my 20's when I got the opportunity to visit Canada with all thanks to my wonderful husband who sponsored the trip. 

Ah, an important fact: This was the last time I had my McDonald's Happy Meal. Just realized, it's been long enough now. Time to get a new toy Minion! Well, that's what I got when I was waiting at Dubai airport to board the flight to Toronto. 

Since Canada is on the extreme corner of the world, the flight was quite long. Yes - 16 hour flight with a stopover at Amsterdam. That's too much, isn't it? This was the very first flight of my life that was SO LONG and I was slightly scared by the thought that I would be flying above the sea for so many miles with no land in between. It is something physiological but flying above the sea always scares me than when the aeroplane flies above land. Anyhow, after much wait, flying from Dubai airport to Toronto's Pearson airport, I took a breath of sigh, and was much happy to see family waiting to receive us. 

I was all jet-lagged and slept so much that day since afternoon that I woke up the next morning, and the very next morning, our lovely hosts took us to Niagara. It is 81 miles from Toronto and has a population of 81,300 according to the Census conducted in Canada in 2o11. 

 Feeling enlightened much? 

Niagara Falls & Maid of the Mist Tour 


We reached Niagara by car and headed straight to the Niagara Falls. I was truly astounded on seeing the magnificence. It was much more beautiful than what I had thought of. The views were stunning and I was in an awe. After a quick photo-shoot, we went to a nearby mall to freshen up and buy some candies for the kids while our tickets for the Maid of the Mist tour were being arranged. 

The tour tickets cost $19.75 for adults and $16.25 for children. They provide rain coats that you are supposed to wear if you don't want to get wet by the water that sprinkles when on tour on the Maid of the Mist. 

It was extremely enjoyable and we were able to have a closer view of the falls that left me totally mesmerized. 

Once our Maid of the Mist tour ended, we were too hungry to think about anything else and headed straight towards an Italian restaurant which was located inside the Niagara Market Place, a few minutes walk from the falls! 


Hotels, Towers and Casinos


 Observation towers such as the Skylon Tower is of the tourist attractions. It is a revolving dining area 226 metres above Niagara Gorge. 

 There are also some casinos from which Casino Niagara and Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort are the most famous ones. 

Besides this, there are several hotels, souvenir shops and colourful billboards and advertisements. 

Botanical Gardens

The botanical gardens are really beautiful with different colourful flowers planted in huge rows. The views are really nice and we captured several pictures around those lovely flowers. 

Clifton Hill

This is very popular among the tourists and features Ripley's Believe It or Not Museum along with arcades, haunted houses and wax museums. There are also some themed restaurants such as the very popular Hard Rock Cafe and Planet Hollywood. An aquatic theme park, MarineLand, IMAX theatre, Daredevil museum, MGM Studios Plaza are some more attractions in Clifton Hill. 


Niagara Skywheel is another popular attraction, you might want to sit on it and have view the city that looks stunning especially at night. 

Niagara At Night 


We explored the city throughout the day and stayed there till night when again we decided to see the Niagara Falls one last time before leaving the city. To my amazement, the falls looked even more beautiful with nightly illumination that had been done as several colours of lights embellished the falls which look absolutely stunning. There are also weekly fireworks but I could not witness them since it was not that day on which they are being fired. This was the end of our tour of the city which we thoroughly enjoyed. 

Read about 5 restaurants to dine in when in Toronto, here.
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Have you ever been to the Niagara Falls or anywhere in Canada? I would love to know your views on Niagara Falls. 

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45 comments:

  1. Unknown1 November 2015 at 01:02

    wow what lovely photos you have their, i would love to visit canada, looks so lovely. x
    http://mariesbeauties.co.uk

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  2. Unknown1 November 2015 at 17:43

    Wow that looks gorgeous!!! I want to visit Canada one day!!

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    1. Blogs by FA2 November 2015 at 00:35

      It is much more beautiful than what it looks in pictures :-)

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  3. Razena2 November 2015 at 17:08

    Your lovely account and pictures make me want to go there too now :) Thanks for sharing.

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  4. Anonymous2 November 2015 at 21:22

    I loved reading this. I have heard much about niagra. But, only here I felt the thrill. Thanks for sharing

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  5. Fatima K2 November 2015 at 23:16

    Awesome photos!!! I love Canada - glad you finally got to see that Falls. It really is spectacular :)

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  6. Anis Farhana3 November 2015 at 12:20

    I've never been to Canada but those breathtaking view make me want to fly there this instance <3 Great share :)

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  7. Myda tahir3 November 2015 at 17:50

    Asalamoalikum Fatima,
    Niagara, a dream destination.
    Your post took me to the fall with open eyes while sitting away.
    Thanks

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    1. Blogs by FA5 November 2015 at 01:52

      Ws Myda,
      Glad you enjoyed your virtual trip.

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  8. Unknown3 November 2015 at 22:55

    Those pictures are mind-blowing! I can't believe it's even real :)

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  9. Jameela4 November 2015 at 03:39

    MashaAllah so lovely. I'd really love to go. Insha Allah, one day.

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  10. n4 November 2015 at 09:46

    Mashaa Allah, hoping to visit this country one day. May Allah allow me to witness the beautiful scenery.

    Najmah | bynajmah.com

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  11. Unknown4 November 2015 at 16:08

    Masha Allah, hope to visit some day... to drink in and appreciate Allah's beautiful creation.

    I love nature and especially water. Waterfalls are soo soothing and breath-taking.

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    1. Blogs by FA5 November 2015 at 01:55

      These were truly amazing! I was totally mesmerized by the views. I love nature too.

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  12. That Grl In High Heels4 November 2015 at 17:09

    Let's order McDonald first :) Good to read your experience. Flying over sea also scares me a lot. The first picture is so mesmerizing and dreamy.
    http://www.ThatGrlInHighHeels.blogspot.com

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    1. Blogs by FA5 November 2015 at 01:57

      Hey Nyda!
      Let's have MD together when I visit P.
      Thank you for your comment. :-)

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  13. Unknown5 November 2015 at 13:01

    I would love to go and see Niagara falls one day in sha Allah! Lovely pictures

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    1. Blogs by FA26 November 2015 at 00:27

      Oh yes! You must include it in your travel wish list! :-)
      Thanks dear

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  14. Unknown6 November 2015 at 04:24

    Beautiful pics, InshaAllah a day will come when I will visit these places :)

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    1. Blogs by FA26 November 2015 at 00:28

      Thank you! Do plan a visit soon. Good luck :-)

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  15. Zeinab Al-Hussaini13 November 2015 at 14:22

    Lovely post! I really want to visit Canada one day. I am loving your pictures as well.

    xo
    Zeinab

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  16. asma14 November 2015 at 15:19

    I love the whole blog post good luck <3

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  17. Anonymous14 November 2015 at 16:48

    I loved the pictures <3

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  18. Autumn (It's Autumn's Life)19 November 2015 at 19:08

    I went to Niagara Falls with my husband a few months back. I could drive there though it was a very long drive, 8 hours! It was still really fun though, and the falls truly are magnificent! I loved Toronto as well!

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    1. Blogs by FA26 November 2015 at 00:41

      Ah! Eight hours is quite a long journey. Must be tiring!
      Totally agree with you, the falls are truly magnificent.

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  19. TheMuslimahGuide23 November 2015 at 05:01

    Wish I had read this kinda review on Niagrara falls before we went in August 😢. It was beautiful but we just werent organized on our trip.

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    1. Blogs by FA26 November 2015 at 00:42

      Hopefully you can plan something better next time. Good luck dear! :-)

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  20. Lexhansplace24 November 2015 at 06:01

    Canada seems a nice destination.....Niagara has a lovely site too.... Great read..

    www.lexhansplace.com

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  21. Unknown26 November 2015 at 19:28

    Gorgeous pictures of the falls!

    I am Canadian but have only been to Niagara once, since it's all the way on the other side of the country. Other must-see places in Canada are Banff and the Rocky Mountains - just incomparable beauty all around and Vancouver, which is stunning, especially in summer.

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    1. Blogs by FA26 November 2015 at 22:43

      Hey Jane!
      Thank you for stopping by. Glad to know you are from Canada. Thank you for suggesting some more gorgeous places to visit in Canada. I will make sure to see them on my next trip.

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  22. Born to Blend12 January 2016 at 01:27

    Love this, the photos are stunning! Very well written and layed out as well xox
    Jen | borntoblend.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. Blogs by FA18 January 2016 at 22:46

      Thanks Jen. Your comment made my day. Hope to see you on the blog soon again.

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  23. She-Travels.com12 June 2016 at 22:50

    I live in Toronto, and I absolutely do love and enjoy going to Niagara Falls, there is much to see, do, eat, and experience. You have to return as you can take a tour of the class 6 Rapids, visit the Upside down house, take a ride on the great wheel, enjoy countless fun at the Midway and play lots of games, take a horse drawn carriage ride, take a helicopter tour over the falls, enjoy the hardrock cafe, lots of parks, museums, marine land, great wolf lodge, walk over to the USA side, there's even a huge Buddist Temple, lots of quaint B&B's, and at night.....enjoy the Festival of Lights, and many more activities!

    Ooh, you can also purchase various packages varying in price f about 60.00 per person and enjoy at least up to have attractions and free transportation up to 48 hours.....

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