Tag: roadside attraction
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Go Nuts for PistachioLand: Discovering the World’s Largest Pistachio
The largest pistachio in the world can be found at PistachioLand, the New Mexico farm owned by nut vendor Tom McGinn. This roadside attraction has become a popular tourist destination, drawing visitors from across the country. Standing 30-feet tall, the enormous green nut was built using over five yards of concrete and 35 gallons of […]
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The Terrifying Charm of Clown Motel in Tonopah
Clown Motel in Tonopah, Nevada, is a hotel with a unique and distinctive theme: clowns. The motel’s exterior is decorated with large cutouts of happy and colorful clowns, while the interior features an extensive collection of clown memorabilia, including life-sized clown dolls, paintings, and photographs. The motel is not only a tourist attraction but also […]
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The Giant Catsup Bottle in Collinsville, Illinois
Located just south of downtown Collinsville, Illinois, stands the world’s largest Catsup bottle, a towering 170-foot structure that proudly advertises Brooks’ original rich and tangy ketchup. Originally built in 1949 as the water tower for a now-closed Brooks Foods plant at a cost of over $23,000, the bottle sits on top of a 100-foot stand […]
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Voyage down the Enchanted Highway: An Unforgettable Journey through North Dakota’s Art and History
The Enchanted Highway in North Dakota is a unique and one-of-a-kind attraction that is sure to take visitors on a journey through art and history. The 32-mile stretch of road is adorned with seven giant metal sculptures that are thematically related to the western North Dakota’s cultural and historical roots. These sculptures are the brainchild […]
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Unique World’s Largest Chest of Drawers in High Point, North Carolina
The World’s Largest Chest of Drawers was built in 1926 by the High Point Chamber of Commerce to showcase the town as the “Home Furniture Capital of the World.” The original 20-foot tall structure served as a local information center. In 1996, it was fully renovated and transformed into a 39-foot tall chest of drawers, […]
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The World’s Largest Ball of Twine: A Unique and Offbeat Attraction in Cawker City, Kansas
Located in the small town of Cawker City, Kansas, the World’s Largest Ball of Twine is a unique and offbeat tourist attraction that draws visitors from all over the country. The ball of twine, which is reputed to be the largest in the world, was started in 1953 by a local resident named Frank Stoeber, […]
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Dinosaur Gardens: A Unique blend of Science and Religion
If you and your family are looking for a fun day out with a dinosaur theme, Dinosaur Gardens is the ideal destination. The park offers a walk-through of a garden filled with life-size, realistic dinosaur statues, surrounded by natural flora and fauna such as wildflowers, ferns, and trees that aim to recreate the habitats the […]