Cave of the Winds is a photograph by Sue Capuano which was uploaded on November 26th, 2013.
Cave of the Winds
A view of the Bridal Veil falls from the Cave of the Winds in Niagara ,New York.... more
by Sue Capuano
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Cave of the Winds
Artist
Sue Capuano
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A view of the Bridal Veil falls from the Cave of the Winds in Niagara ,New York.
he Cave of the Winds was a natural cave behind Bridal Veil Falls at the Niagara Falls.
The cave was some 130 feet (40m) high, 100 feet (30m) wide and 30 feet (9m) in depth. It was discovered in 1834, and originally dubbed Aeolus' Cave, after the Greek god of winds. Guided tours began officially in 1841, and continued until a rock fall in 1920 made it clear the passage was no longer safe. The tour officially reopened in 1924, now bringing visitors to the front of the Bridal Veil instead of behind it, on a series of decks and walkways. Tropical storm-like conditions can be experienced, as winds can reach up to 68 mph underneath the falls.
The cave was obliterated in a massive 1954 rockfall and subsequent dynamiting of a dangerous overhang.
Today, the "Cave of the Winds" is the name of a tourist attraction near the same site. An elevator takes people from the area between the American and Canadian Falls down to the level of the Niagara River at the base of the American Falls. A series of redwood decks and platforms allow sightseers to walk right up to the base of the Bridal Veil Falls with water crashing down right on them and flowing beneath the decking.
The decking is removed each fall due to the potential damage caused by ice buildup at the falls and re-installed each spring by park officials for sightseers to enjoy the experience. The decking is not secured to the rocks below by bolts or other construction materials; the wood beam supports are simply wedged into the rock crevices.
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November 26th, 2013
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Comments (9)
Kellice Swaggerty
This is absolutely beautiful, Susan! You have managed to convey so well the true beauty, majesty, and grandeur of this natural landmark! L/F
Bob Orsillo
So the CB's said to me ... Sue is little close to the falls isn't she :) Really cool landscape, all the power and glory of Niagara is right here in this WfnA black and white photograph. L/F/T
Sue Capuano replied:
I did have a plastic poncho on and my camera was in a ziplock baggie so I was somewhat protected from the elements. It was an awesome experience, next time I'm bringing a barrel and a waterproof camera! :-)