Imagine three quarters of a million gallons of water crashing over the side of NIAGARA FALLS every single second. Boats, catwalks, observation towers and helicopters all push as near to the crashing wall of water as possible to allow visitors a view of the spectacular scene. At night the falls are lit up, creating a mustical experience when the colored waters tumble into total blackness. In winter, the frozen landscape is accented by its gigantic icicles. The spectacle is shared by the US and Canada. Surprisingly, the Canadian side is much better set up to handle tourists than the economy depressed New York side, so make sure to bring your passport.