Quirky Tourist Attractions in or near West Virginia

While in West Virginia, you might enjoy a visit to:

"See the unbelievable." "Not responsible for accidents or after effects." "Shoes recommended."

"America's Taj Mahal" is a tourist attraction on a grand scale, reached at the end of winding (and occasionally crumbling) mountain roads.

The bathroom in the Barbour County Historical Museum holds a surprise -- two mummies preserved by a local Dr. Frankenstein.

Learn what it's like to live behind bars -- for an hour or so.

This collection of old farm buildings and exhibits has many dead animals -- including a two-headed calf -- in its Morgan Museum, and a separate exhibit of General, the world's largest stuffed horse.

The rivals of the McCoys rest here, some in surprising splendor.

This is also the most popular American bridge from which to throw yourself.

This creature has glowing eyes, an appetite for dogs, and a large assortment of collectibles.

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