Empire State Building? More Like Empire State...Maybe? Unveiling the Mystery of the CN Tower's Superhuman Vision (or Lack Thereof)
Ah, the CN Tower. Toronto's crown jewel, a beacon of Canadian pride, and according to some over-enthusiastic tour guides, a magical portal to the state of New York. But can you REALLY see the bustling streets of Manhattan from the CN Tower's dizzying heights? Buckle up, truth-seekers, because we're about to dive deeper than a Canadian into a plate of poutine to find out!
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Seeing is Believing...Unless Science Gets in the Way
Let's be honest, the idea of spotting Lady Liberty waving hello from the CN Tower observation deck is pretty darn cool. But hold on to your toques, folks, because science has some bad news. The Earth, bless its beautiful, curved self, has a bit of an issue with letting us see for hundreds of miles with the naked eye. Thanks, Earth! This curvature means that by the time you're looking far enough to reach New York City (which is a whopping 755 kilometers away, by the way), the Earth itself is in the way.
So, unless you've got telescopic superpowers or a really good relationship with a bald eagle (eagles have amazing eyesight, you know), seeing the New York skyline from the CN Tower is out of the question.
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Don't Despair! The CN Tower Still Has a Spec-tacular View
Now, before you start booking a one-way ticket to Rochester just to prove a point (we won't judge, but we will recommend packing snacks), let's not forget the amazing view the CN Tower actually does offer. On a clear day, you can see as far as 160 kilometers, which includes Niagara Falls and a good chunk of New York State. That's not too shabby, eh?
Plus, you can spot all sorts of cool Toronto sights: The Rogers Centre, where dreams are hit out of the park (or struck out looking, depending on your team). The iconic red and white CN Tower itself (because, hey, meta sightseeing is a thing). Maybe even your own house, if you have super keen eyes (and a really good telescope...seriously, ditch the Rochester trip).
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FAQ: CN Tower Edition
How to get the best view from the CN Tower? Easy! Visit on a clear day and head for the highest observation deck you can manage (SkyPod for the win!).
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How far can you actually see from the CN Tower? On a good day, you can see up to 160 kilometers, which includes parts of New York State and Niagara Falls.
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How much does it cost to go up the CN Tower? Ticket prices vary depending on the date and time of your visit, but you can check their website for current rates.
How to avoid disappointment about not seeing New York? Focus on the awesome Toronto sights you can see instead! And hey, maybe on your next trip, you can actually visit the Big Apple.
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How to impress your friends with CN Tower trivia? Tell them the CN Tower's antenna gets struck by lightning an average of 75 times a year! Now that's electrifying!
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