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 Tribute to glorious victory |
Niagara Parkway At Hwy 405 Niagara Falls, ON L0S 1L0 Canada +1 905 468 4258 http://www.niagaraparks.com |
Situated within Queenston Heights Park about 10 kilometres north of the Falls, this monument serves as a tribute to Major-General Isaac Brock, the British commander who lost his life here defending the area during the War of 1812. Fifty-six metres high, the impressive monument was built in 1856 and replaces an earlier one blown up by a massive gunpowder blast in 1840. The park itself, maintained by the Niagara Parks Commission, features the beginning of the Bruce Trail as well as the Queenston Heights Restaurant. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Free-flying butterflies |
2565 Niagara Parkway Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6S4 Canada +1 905 358 0025 http://www.niagaraparks.com |
Part of the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens administered by the Niagara Parks Commission, this conservatory has become world-renowned in the few years that it has been open. Featured are more than 2,000 free-roaming butterflies from 65 different species within a tropical forest setting. Visitors walk along a series of pathways—600 feet in all—filled with tropical plants and highlighted by a 20-foot waterfall. Audio tours are available in six languages. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Dedicated to birds |
7400 Portage Rd Niagara Parks Commission Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6T2 Canada +1 905 371 0254 / +1 877 642 7275 http://www.niagaraparks.com |
Located within the Niagara Glen Nature Areas, part of the Niagara Parks Commission, this store is dedicated to birds in particular and nature in general. Among the items to be found are bird feeders, houses, birdseeds, bird art, carved birds, bird-embellished clothing, and coffee mugs. The store also serves as the starting point for local area guided tours as well as hikes down the Niagara Gorge. Nearby attractions include the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens, world-renowned Butterfly Conservatory, and Whirlpool Golf Course. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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See it in Time |
7400 Portage Rd Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6T2 Canada +1 877 642 7275 http://www.niagaraparks.com |
Administered and cared for by the Niagara Parks Commission, this clock presents an ever-changing display April to October and attracts visitors like bees to honey. Located close to the shores of the Niagara River and directly across from the city power reservoir about 10 km north of the Falls, the clock was first set up by Ontario Hydro in 1950. More than 16,000 plants make up the display and there's a ten-foot-wide oval pool at its front. This is the perfect photo op for the family album. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Peaceful nature retreat |
7400 Portage Road Niagara Parks Commission Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6T2 Canada +1 877 642 7275 http://www.niagaraparks.com |
Located south of the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens on the banks of the Niagara River, this conservation area offers nature trails, a hiking path, nature shop, and family picnic area. Hikers can descend the Gorge to the river along a 4 km trail. The area is full of interesting geological formations, as well as plant and animal life. Guided tours by a park naturalist, starting at the Feather in the Glen Country Store, are offered between late-April to November every two hours beginning at 10am. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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All things horticultural |
2565 Niagara Parkway Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6S4 Canada +1 905 358 0025 http://www.niagaraparks.com |
Run by the Niagara Parks Commission, these stunning botanical gardens feature more than 100 acres of meticulously kept gardens attracting more than one million visitors annually. Gardens include herb, vegetable, rock and arboretum for trees and shrubs. The gardens, in existence since 1936, are maintained by students at the School of Horticulture on the grounds. The gardens are also the location for the Butterfly Conservatory. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A monumental battle site |
Niagara Parkway at Route 81 Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6T2 Canada +1 877 642 7275 http://www.niagaraparks.com/ |
Scene of one of the fiercest battles in the War of 1812, this park located at the northern end of Niagara Falls along the river also marks the start of the Bruce Trail. The park features two significant monuments: one to Major-General Isaac Brock for his victory here; the other to Laura Secord, who warned the British that the Americans were about to attack. Fine dining in the park is available at the Queenston Heights Restaurant, featuring a spectacular view of the Niagara River. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Taking the backroads |
77 Queenston St (At Highlander) Niagara Falls, ON L0S 1J0 Canada +1 905 562 0788 http://www.stevebauer.com/ |
Steve Bauer, once Canada's top international cyclist, now helps others appreciate the joy of cycling. His tours include the scenic backroads of the region, the wineries, orchards and rivers. The 30km Niagara-on-The-Lake Full Day Tour begins at Steve's Yellow Jersey Boutique in Queenston, north of Niagara Falls. There's a picnic lunch at the world-famous Chateau des Charmes, followed by a tour of the winery, and a ride up to the Queenston Heights Park. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Highly-Rated Public Course |
Niagara Parkway At Whirlpool Rd Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6T2 Canada +1 905 356 1140 http://www.niagaraparksgolf.co... |
Inaugurated in 1951 with 10,000 looking on as American pros Cary Middlecoff and Jimmy Demaret played Canadians Stan Leonard and Bob Gray, this par 72 public course presents a challenge with its 7,000-yard length, sloping fairways, and well-placed trees and bunkers. Whirlpool Golf Course was recently picked as among the top 100 in Canada and Golf Digest Magazine called it 'a must play course'. The course features a full-service pro shop and the Whirlpool Restaurant. Review © 2007, Wcities |