10 Larger Than Life Attractions Every Illinoisan Needs To See
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Elizabeth Crozier
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Illinois has many extraordinary sites to offer, and some of the weirdest ones are so big, you can’t miss ’em. These attractions hold the world record for being the largest objects of their kind.
From household items to statues of people, you’ll be blown away by these larger than life landmarks.
Standing 56.5 feet tall, this is the largest chair in general in the world. It sits across from the world's largest wind chime in downtown Casey.
Robert Pershing Waldo was born in 1918 in Alton, Illinois and, to this day, is still the tallest man ever born. At the time of his death he weighed 490 pounds and stood at 8'11".
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This tee sits on the Casey Country Club's golf course and attracts visitors from all around the state. It is 30 feet tall and weighs 6,659 pounds.
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This Collinsville water tower does much more than hydrate the town. At 170 feet tall, it draws attention from miles away and is a well-known landmark off Route 159.
At nearly 50 feet high, these wind chimes are known for more than the beautiful music they make. It is located in downtown Casey across from the world's largest rocking chair.
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This over-sized farm tool is as heavy as it is long. Weighing nearly one ton, it is 60 feet long and provides unique photo opportunities.
Depicting the signs of the zodiac in fish scale-shaped Tiffany Favrile glass, the dome is 38 feet in diameter. The stained-glass masterpiece is at the Chicago Cultural Center.
Illinoisans love their Dutch heritage, and what better way to celebrate than with the largest pair of wooden shoes ever. Each is 11.5 feet long and 5.5 feet wide. Each also weighs over one ton.
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Amongst many other larger-than-life objects in this town is the famous mail box. Crawl inside the 76-feet-tall structure and get a look at Casey from above.
With a total height of 24 feet, this statue attracts the attention of anyone who drives by. Just off Route 66, it depicts Abraham Lincoln reading while sitting in the front seat of the wagon.
If you love unusual things, check out 10 of the weirdest places to visit in Illinois.
Which of these larger than life attractions have you seen? Share your photos and experiences with us!
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