Cohoes Falls

An incredible site and a historical landmark. Definitely a must see in the Spring, but I do wish there was more recognition of the falls by the State. The falls were the inspiration for Hiawatha that made him form peace between the natives to form the Iroquois Confederacy centuries ago. The falls were known as the "Great Falls" by the 1600's and were highly recognized by the Dutch settlers and other European Visitors and were considered the largest falls in the western world until Niagara Falls was discovered. It was used to generate electricity for numerous manufacturers, one of which was the Harmony Mills, which was one of the largest and most productive cotton mills in the nation in its time during the mid to late 1800's. Don't miss this spectacular site and wonderful preservation of our heritage!