#6: The Ave Maria Grotto
Situated in Cullman, Alabama, the Ave Maria Grotto within St. Bernard Abbey delights visitors with 125 miniature versions of global religious landmarks. Although intriguing for religious history buffs, the experience falls short of visiting the actual monumental sites.

Despite their detailed craftsmanship, the miniature models lack their real-life counterparts’ awe and spiritual ambiance. This diminishes the experience to a mere curiosity, primarily attracting regular cathedral visitors rather than inspiring awe or wonder.