Why We Love Waterfalls - Wether It Is A Small Stream To A Giant Waterfall
Today there are many people who have a water feature inside their homes, or trickling in their backyard. There is something about the nearness of water that beckons to us, and refreshes us. Waterfalls are nature's water feature. The sound of a waterfall bubbling down cliffs brings a feeling of tranquility and peacefulness. People hike to discover them, then listen to them for hours, enjoying the magical and nearly supernatural presence of moving water.
However, the rush of hundreds of thousands of gallons of water spilling over tall cliffs from the Niagara River is more like a heart-pounding experience. The roar fills your ears and, if you stand close enough, the sprays slap across your face. From both the Canadian side and the United States side, thousands upon thousands of tourists flock to Niagara Falls each year to experience the majesty. Many pay hard earned money to ride in boats that get as close to the swirling, tumbling water as possible. Others wander up the trails and lean over the railings. Getting soaked in the process is part of the fun.
On the American side are the Bridal Falls, so named because the water resembles a white veil. On the Canadian side, the curved shaped Horseshoe Falls can be better seen. And at night, both of the falls that tumble from the Niagara River are lit up in a rainbow of backlights which highlight their beauty. The scene is unforgettably spectacular.
People come to Niagara for their honeymoons, but also for family vacations. All over the world, if shown the picture of the Niagara Falls, people know exactly what they are. They are also one of the most photographed sites in the world. So many movies and commercials have been filmed there.
It doesn't matter if you have been to Niagara Falls or not, an excellent photograph of them can enhance your living room of den's décor. From modern to traditional design, or from Zen to tropical, these waterfalls make an excellent feature for your walls. We humans relate to water because we can't exist without it. In fact, our bodies are mostly water, so maybe there is some almost primeval spiritual connection. Put an artistic photograph of Niagara Falls on your wall and see how many of your friends are drawn to it.
Viewing artistically beautiful images of Niagara in color, or in black and white, can soothe yet stimulate the senses. Because the water is constantly moving, every shot, though recognizable, is unique. Some capture rainbows as the sun bears down on the rushing gallons of water cascading over the cliffs. Others, in one click, catch the majestic power and suspend it for all time.
About the Author
Pat McNulty's website may be viewed at http://www.premierphotographer.com where you will find over 1000 beautiful pictures. His photographs range in subject matters from waterfalls to kittens, lighthouses to flowers and horses. Each month he has a contest to give away the fine art picture of the winners choice.
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