Posted in Georgia Attractions January 27, 2019 by Marisa Roman

The Rock Garden In Georgia Is Packed With Miniature Towns & Buildings You Need To See To Believe

There aren’t too many things in life that are free anymore, yet surprisingly, this fascinating and magical rock garden is one of them. With over 50 different miniature buildings all handcrafted out of various materials, spend an afternoon strolling through this rock garden in Calhoun, Georgia.

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Tucked behind a church in Calhoun, Georgia, you’ll find a spectacular rock garden filled with handcrafted miniature creations.

Rock Garden Calhoun is home to more than 50 pint-sized structures ranging from castles to cathedrals, bridges, and more.

These miniature structures are created out of various objects including stones, shells, broken glass, cement, and other recycled materials.

Strolling through the garden, you’ll be able to see for yourself the care and detail that has gone into creating these mini masterpieces.

Have you ever visited Paris’ Notre Dame Cathedral? Check out the detailed perfection in this pocket-size version.

It’s not just the outside of these diminutive buildings that are worth checking out…

…but also the specific elements inside which include porcelain people posing in different rooms or hidden gems peppering the walls.

The builder of Rock Garden Calhoun is a church member named DeWitt "Old Dog" Boyd, who began the project in 2007.

Today, the Rock Garden is maintained by Boyd’s family, including children and grandchildren who take care of the tiny buildings, making them as awe-inspiring as ever.

Visiting the garden is free, so take your time and enjoy all the aspects of this beautiful handcrafted creation in Calhoun, Georgia.

The address for Rock Garden Calhoun is 1411 Rome Rd SW, Calhoun, GA 30701-3290. To learn more about this astounding place, visit the Facebook Page. Meanwhile, when you’re venturing through Calhoun, make sure to check out this one-of-a-kind historical village.