Most Beautiful Place In New York

One of New York's most beautiful and iconic state parks has been named the most beautiful place in the Empire State.

There is no shortage of natural beauty in New York. We have vast natural wonders like the Adirondacks and Catskills, stunning destinations like Niagara Falls and Thatcher Park, as well as what seems like an infinite list of stunning lake, river, and oceanfront locations. But according to travel gurus, one natural wonder rises above them all as the most beautiful place in the state.

Conde Nast Traveler Names Most Beautiful Place In Every State

The travel experts at Conde Nast Traveler magazine have put together the ultimate American road trip of sorts by naming the must-see sight in every state. In Vermont? It's Jenne Farm resting in the beautiful bucolic rolling hills of Reading. In Massachusetts? But of course it is the Berkshires!

So what is the Conde Nast most beautiful place in New York?

NYS Parks, Recreation,, & Historic Preservation

It is the Grand Canyon of the East - Letchworth State Park! Featuring 3 stunning waterfalls and towering cliffs, this Genesee River gem offers some of the most stunning views anywhere in the United States.

NYS Parks, Recreation,, & Historic Preservation

Conde Nast says "New York’s Greater Niagara area has some seriously beautiful spots outside of the Falls—most notably Letchworth State Park, aka “the Grand Canyon of the East." Whether you experience the park from a hot air balloon or the 66 miles of surrounding hiking trails, do try to plan your visit during prime leaf-peeping season."

You can check out the full list of Conde Nast Traveler's most beautiful places in every state here.

Take A Stunning Birds Drone Tour Of Cohoes Falls & Capital Region Landmarks

Sometimes a new perspective on the world around you makes you appreciate your surroundings a little bit more. In the case of these aerial shots of some stunning Capital Region landmarks, that is exactly the case! The photo pros at Drone Shot Media have been capturing some truly unique vantage points of our most legendary local landmarks. From the Empire State Plaza to Cohoes Falls and so many spots in between, check out these stunning images.

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Breathtaking Views of Niagara Falls-Named One of The Most Beautiful Waterfalls in the World

Travel and Leisure magazine named the top 21 most beautiful waterfalls in the world and Niagara Falls made the list. Niagara Falls consists of the Bridal Veil Falls on the New York side or the American Falls and the Horseshoe Falls across the river on the Canadian side. They are worthy of being on this list. I have visited many times in different seasons, which is truly breathtaking. Just think one of the seven wonders of the world and the most beautiful waterfalls in the world is right here in New York State!

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