Results: 8 of the wildest and most unusual places to travel in the U.S.
Published on 05/06/2018
Sometimes the simple, quirky things in life create the most interesting experiences. There's plenty to see and do in the U.S. on a vacation, but if you have a taste for things offbeat, off the beaten path, or off-cast, these might interest you. Some of these places are in big cities and popular destinations, others are a bit out of the way, but have become destinations in their own right. You can work them in if you're in the area or taking a road trip. Source: The Street.
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Have you ever visited any of these places that are located in the United States (Part One - image of The Ledge)?
Neon Boneyard and Neon Museum, Las Vegas: This is where neon signs go to die. They are rescued by this non-profit museum which displays and restores them. Take an hour-long interpreter-guided tour of the outdoor Boneyard, which has more than 200 signs.
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The Ledge, Chicago: Test your grit 1,353 feet above Chicago on this glass ledge at the top of the eighth-tallest building in the world, with stunning views of four states for up to 50 miles. The glass boxes extend out 4.3 feet from the west side of Willis Tower (formerly Sears tower) on the 103rd floor, with unobstructed views of the city (straight down).
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Unclaimed Baggage Center, Scottsboro, Ala.: This unique lost luggage store that has grown so big it has three levels and covers more than a city block (and has a coffee shop.) Doyle Owens started out in 1970 with $300, buying unclaimed luggage from airlines and selling the stuff in an old rented house. Besides racks and racks of jeans, shoes, and t-shirts, the store sells electronics, jewelry, sporting goods, books, and of course, luggage.
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Highline Park, New York City: This 1.45-mile-long elevated linear park, greenway and rail trail was created on a historic freight rail line elevated above the streets on Manhattan's West Side in New York City. You can stroll through this public park featuring gardens that are home to pollinators, migratory birds and other creatures in the heart of the city. See the views, enjoy a miniature forest of lush dogwoods, and check out the art exhibits.
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Have you ever visited any of these places that are located in the United States (Part Two - image of Kokopelli's Cave)?
Kokopelli's Cave, Farmington, N.M.: Spend a night or two in a cave house built into the vertical cliffs of sandstone, overlooking the La Plata river valley 300 feet below. This unique inn puts you up in the cave, consisting of a master bedroom, living area, replica Native American kiva, dining area, and full kitchen and bathroom with rock walls incorporating a waterfall shower and Jacuzzi tub. Kokopelli's Cave is 70 feet below the surface, with the entrance in the cliff face. The temperature in the cave stays between 68° and 73° year around.
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Ladew Topiary Gardens, Monkton, Md.: Harvey S. Ladew (1887-1976) purchased a 200-acre farm in 1929, and carved 22 acres of remarkable gardens and topiaries out of land previously used for crops and livestock. The gardens are open to the public. The property includes a rose garden, pink garden, herb garden, wildflower meadow, yellow garden, white garden and sculpture garden.
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Bubblegum Alley, San Luis Obispo, Ca.: Wads of gum cover cover the walls of the alley 15 feet high in the 700 block of Higuera Street in downtown San Luis Obispo. It's been a bit of a controversy since the 1950s, but also a big tourist attraction. While some people find it pretty gross, others "literally" draw inspiration from it.
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The Corn Palace, Mitchell, S.D.: The good people of Mitchell, S.D. have been decorating their downtown arena with murals made of corn since 1892. Yes, real corn cobs. Each year they take it all down and put up new corn murals with a new theme. A different theme is chosen each year, and murals are designed to reflect that theme. Ear by ear the corn is nailed to the Corn Palace to create a scene. Thirteen different colors of corn are used to decorate the building, which is used for sports and other events.
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Have you ever visited an unusual place in the city, country, or area where you live? If yes, please post them in the comment section below (image of The Corn Palace).
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