Niagara Falls and Toronto, ON, Canada

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Overview: Niagara Falls would probably be on top on any visit to Canada. We decided to drive all the way from Detroit, MI to get a feel of cross-country driving. It was almost mid day by the time we reached Niagara. The roar of the falls could be heard from a distance and the famous Horseshoe falls could be seen from the road itself. It lived up to its reputation of being one of the top waterfalls in the world. We took the 'Maid of the Mist' boat to the base of the falls and the view was amazing.
        

After visiting the falls, we proceeded towards the city of Toronto. The city has a large Asian population with many from the subcontinent. We drove through the city, visited the famous CN Tower which was once the world's tallest tower. One gets to see the panoramic view of the city from the top of the tower.
        

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  1. Unknown7 March 2014 at 00:10

    Good post I think it’s a very best stay for their visitors. I like your blog site. I am a tourist and i just come back from nyc niagara bus tours. It’s a really best time period for me, and your site is always good. Thanks for your nice sharing.

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  2. Unknown18 March 2014 at 11:45

    Niagara Falls, Toronto is one such destination as generously offers romance, beauty, adventure, thrill, luxury and finesse all at one place. A Toronto Niagara tour can provide you and your spouse with plenty of dreamlike moments that will make you feel like heavens in the heart of world’s most powerful waterfalls.

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