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Gilgal Sculpture Garden
Salt Lake City, United States
45
min visit
This whimsical hidden gem in a quiet residential neighborhood showcases over 70 surreal stone sculptures created by Thomas Child, a self-taught artist who labored on this dreamlike landscape for decades. Winding paths lead you through an enchanting maze of carved heads, philosophical monuments, and abstract forms that blend spiritual symbolism with playful absurdity. The garden feels like wandering through someone's beautifully eccentric imagination, where each corner reveals unexpected artistry.
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