What happened to Alex's chimney?
Published in Daily Trivia
During the 1940s, Alex Jordan discovered a 60-foot chimney of rock in the pristine Wyoming Valley. He built a weekend retreat house on the sandstone formation called Deer Shelter Rock. Word about his natural discovery spread, and people came in droves to see his architectural wonder. Jordan was surprised and overwhelmed by the constant public attention, and started asking for 50 cent donations. In time, his 14-room house on the rock evolved into a complex of sixteen buildings, countless exhibits, and breathtaking outdoor garden displays with waterfalls. About 100,000 flowers are landscaped at The House on the Rock, as it was named. The popular tourist site now houses fascinating exhibits, including the world’s largest carousel and more than 6,000 Santa Clauses during the Christmas season.
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