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20 Timeless Roadside Stops That Keep Old America Alive

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12. The World’s Largest Ball of Twine, Kansas

12. The World's Largest Ball of Twine, Kansas
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Nestled in Cawker City, the World’s Largest Ball of Twine is a quirky icon of American roadside ambition. Started by one resident in 1953, it has grown with help from visitors, symbolizing small-town pride and collective eccentricity. Much like Georgia’s giant peanut, this ever-expanding oddity invites curious travelers to marvel, contribute, and celebrate the whimsical creativity found along America’s highways.

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