Introducing Western New York
Stabilizing somewhat after hemorrhaging industries and population for the past decade, most of the cities in this region live in the shadow of Niagara Falls, a natural wonder that attracts upwards of 12 million visitors from around the world per year. Buffalo was once a booming industrial center and the terminus of the Erie Canal, which used to serve as the transportation lifeline connecting the Great Lakes and the Atlantic Ocean; it now boasts an indigenous culinary scene and bohemian enclaves. Syracuse and Rochester are both homes to big universities; the latter is worth a visit for the George Eastman House (585-271-3361; 900 East Ave, Rochester; adult/student/child $8/5/3; 10am-5pm Tue-Sat, until 8pm Thu, 1-5pm Sun) and International Museum of Photography & Film (585-271-3361; 900 East Ave; www.eastmanhouse.org; adult/child $8/5; 10am-5pm Tue-Sat, from 1pm Sun).
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Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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Re: Niagara Falls - worth the effort?
by kgov 05 May 2010
November is a little late in the season to take in the magnificent fall colours of Western New York. You will need to go to Niagara Falls…
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RE: new york and niagara falls.
by reiflame 21 July 2009
The Niagara Falls area has plenty to fill a long weekend. People who say "an hour is enough" don't do any research - they just get there,…
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RE: what to do in WNY
by BuffaloJack 14 March 2008
Greetings from Buffalo New York ! Sorry that you feel stuck here. Personally, I'm happy and blessed to be from Western New York and…
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