Alabama is home to many unique attractions, including Ave Maria Grotto. When compared to other attractions throughout the state, Ave Maria Grotto truly stands out. To learn all about this amazing place, take a look below.

Ave Maria Grotto is located on the grounds of St. Bernard Abbey in Cullman, Alabama. It's one of the Southeast's most unique outdoor attractions.
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Established in 1934, this beautiful rock garden features 125 miniature reproductions of famous religious structures that were designed by Brother Joseph Zoetl - a Benedictine monk.
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Because of these miniature reproductions, Ave Maria Grotto, which covers four acres, is best known as "Jerusalem in Miniature."
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Brother Zoetl used several discarded items to create his spectacular rock garden. A few of these items include sea shells, marbles, bricks, costume jewelry, etc.
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It took nearly 50 years for Ave Maria Grotto to be completed. After just one visit, you'll see it was well worth the wait.
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Each year, thousands of people travel from across the country, and even world, to visit this attraction. After all, there's no other place quite like it.
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The next time you're in the Cullman area, consider visiting Ave Maria Grotto. It's a beautiful attraction that everyone should experience at least once.
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For more information about Ave Maria Grotto, you can view its website here and its Facebook page here.

Have you ever visited Alabama’s Ave Maria Grotto? If so, what was it like? Please share your experience with us in the comments below.

While in Cullman, you’ll most certainly want to try All Steak Restaurant, which is one of Alabama’s best steakhouses. For information about this award-winning steakhouse, including its most famous dish, click here.

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1600 St Bernard Dr SE, Cullman, AL 35055, USA