geography
One name, three waterfalls
Niagara Falls is actually three waterfalls: American, Bridal Veil and Horseshoe Falls. Islands divide the river’s flow at the border between New York and Ontario, Canada.
Source: New York State Parks: Niagara Falls map · Accessed 2026-10-02
nature
People live inside this park
New York’s Adirondack Park contains towns, homes and privately owned land alongside public forests and lakes. Its boundary surrounds communities as well as wilderness.
Source: Adirondack Park Agency: About the agency · Accessed 2026-10-02
culture
A torch lights the way to knowledge
New York’s Statue of Liberty holds a torch symbolizing enlightenment: bringing light and knowledge to the world. Its full name, Liberty Enlightening the World, spells out that idea.
Source: National Park Service: Statue of Liberty FAQ · Accessed 2026-10-02