A significant part of the famous waterfalls is usually located outside the settlements, but this rule has an exception - the beautiful Rideau Falls. The twin waterfalls are located in Ottawa, where the Rideau River empties into the Ottawa River. The Falls are divided by Green Island - one of the most unusual sights of the city. There are also numerous objects of historical interest near there.
The story of the name of the complex is very interesting, it was given by the famous French explorer Samuel de Champlain. When he arrived in Ottawa and saw the beautiful waterfalls, they reminded him «rideau» - a magnificent theatre curtain with many folds and laces. The Rideau River has inherited the name of the waterfall a little bit later.
Regardless of the popular tradition, many travellers prefer to visit Rideau Falls not at the height of summer but in winter. The fact is that the water flow is relatively small, so in winter the falls always freeze forming incredibly beautiful ice sculptures. This amazing natural sight looks even more impressive and interesting against the background of large-scale constructions including the Canada Pavilion and the building of the Old City Hall.
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Car rental office: 'Communauto' is located in 1.52 km (
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Fuel station: 'Couche-Tard' in 1.42 km
Supermarket: 'Murray's Market' in 1.29 km
Parking: 'Laurier Street Parking Lot' in 1.19 km
Apotheek: 'Bruyere Pharmacy' in 1.08 km
Police station: 'DND - MP Nis Central Region' in 1.61 km
Cafe/restaurant: 'Eurest Dining' in 0.21 km
Railway station: 'O-Train Bayview' in 4.14 km
Nearest airports:
» Ottawa Rockcliffe Airport YRO - in 4 km
» Executive Gatineau-Ottawa Airport YND - in 13 km
» Ottawa Carp Airport YRP - in 28 km
» Les Cedres Airport SS3 - in 126 km
» Mont-Tremblant International Airport YTM - in 129 km