The World's Largest Grotto Is Located In Iowa And You've Got To Visit
Kim Magaraci
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Some of the most incredible things are hiding in the Hawkeye State! You’ve probably visited some of our famous roadside attractions. Did you know that the world’s largest grotto is located in a small town along the border of Kossuth and Palo Alto counties? It is considered by some to be the Eighth Wonder of the World, and you will be amazed by its splendor.
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World's Largest Grotto Is In Iowa
What is a Grotto?
A grotto is a natural or manufactured cave used by people for a variety of purposes. They have been a part of human culture going back to antiquity. Today, we often find artificial grottoes used for ornamental and/or devotional purposes. A well-known image is that of a grotto holding a statue of the Virgin Mary.
There is a neat example of a unique natural grotto in Kentucky called Pam’s Grotto.
Here is another example of a smaller religious and mystical grotto in Mississippi.
What are some other weird places in Iowa to check out?
Iowa has the weird places covered! There is a marker for the future birthplace of Star Trek’s Captain Kirk (March 22, 2228). You may visit a cave that stays frozen all year. Ever been warned about not taking a wooden nickel? Well, the world’s largest of that brand of fake currency is on display in Iowa City. You can read about more strange things in the article: Here Are 13 Unusual Attractions In Iowa That Will Have You Looking Twice.
Are there creepy destinations in Iowa?
Oh, you bet Iowa has creepy and spooky places. What is it about feeling scared that makes some folks feel so alive? Is it the way the heart beats a bit faster when you realize you are standing in a spot where something ghastly happened? Is it the feeling of being safe where others were not? Is it morbid curiosity? Some enjoy the feeling that arrives after someone in your group shrieks, “Boo!” It’s different for everybody, but going to places that exude real spookiness can be more fun than almost anything.
Iowa has some lore that will make your spine tingle. You can find haunted buildings, haunted places, abandoned towns, creepy statues connected with scary legends, and scenes of ghastly murders.
Check some of them out, if you dare.