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Conyers, Georgia
Cow Tower
A herd of plastic cows hangs out under this transmission tower in rural Georgia.
Brighton, England
Patcham Pylon
This monumental gateway marks the northern edge of Brighton and is a welcome sign to all visitors to the seaside city.
Amarillo, Texas
The Second Amendment Cowboy
This constitutionally sound Muffler Man harkens back to the days these attractions were a must-see.
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Revisiting a Classic Photo Compendium of Giant Roadside Curios
John Margolies played an outsize role in memorializing America’s outsize attractions.
Sainte-Mère-Église, France
La voie de la Liberté Markers
These unique markers designate the route American forces took during the Liberation of France.
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On Scotland's Electric Brae, Cars Really Do Seem to Roll Uphill
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How to Identify Wildflowers Without Bothering to Get Off the Highway
According to a scientist’s satirical guide, flowers are even more beautiful when you can only kind of see them.
ChimalhuacĂ¡n, Mexico
'Guerrero Chimalli'
This controversial, abstract sculpture is meant to represent an Aztec warrior.
Duluth, Minnesota
Tom's Logging Camp
This quirky roadside attraction provides insight into Minnesota's logging history.
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Sapporo, Japan
Dog's Roasted Sweet Potato Stand
The only thing sweeter than the potatoes is the canine proprietor of this roadside stall.
Red Wing, Minnesota
World's Largest Boot
Inside this museum resides a boot fit for a giant.
South Kolan, Australia
Mystery Craters
The 25-million-year-old cavities have perplexed people for decades.
Humboldt County, California
Avenue of the Giants
One of the most scenic stretches of road in America winds between some of the country's oldest trees.
Larne, Northern Ireland
Larne Roundabout Jubilee Crown
This giant sculpture is both loved and disliked by the local community.
Madrid, New Mexico
Connie's Photo Park
A little slice of Florida face-in-a-hole kitsch, unexpectedly located in a small New Mexico town.
Kaukauna, Wisconsin
The North Pole of Kaukauna
This animatronic Christmas village within an industrial park creates a whimsical juxtaposition.
San Jose, California
Mark's Hot Dogs
For roadside fast food, pull over at the giant orange.
Atlanta, Georgia
Folk Art Park
A psychedelic tribute to one of Georgia's most unique artistic visionaries, out of place and time in the heart of Atlanta.
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