Tag: statues
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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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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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The Christ of the Ozarks: A Monumental and Controversial Statue in Eureka Springs
The Christ of the Ozarks statue, which resembles the Christ the Redeemer statue in Brazil, is a large statue of Jesus Christ located on top of Magnetic Mountain in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. It was built in 1966 by far-right minister Gerald L.K. Smith as the first attraction for The Great Passion Play religious theme park. […]