Strange Planet: Weird Roadside Attractions
ByGiovanna Palatucci
June 01, 2011
Hello summer! Time to fire up the barbecue, apply gobs of sunscreen, and give the car a tune-up before heading out on that great American road trip. And what auto adventure would be complete without a stop at bizarre roadside attractions? Our friends over at BootsnAll have put together a list of “15 of the Weirdest Roadside Attractions in America.” Whether you think it’s junk or an artistic treasure, these kooky creations are an authentic slice of Americana.
From a Mars spaceship to the world’s largest pecan, find out what else made the list from BootsnAll.
What’s the weirdest roadside attraction you have spotted on your travels? Leave us a comment below.
Photo: Laura Burke/My Shot
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