Salvation Mountain is a unique hillside art attraction created by Imperial County resident Leonard Knight, located just north of the city of Calipatria within the California Desert. The attraction, which is located a few miles from the Salton Sea near the Slab City trailer park area, is composed entirely of adobe, straw, and lead-free paint, creating a unique visionary environment dedicated to Christian imagery. Bible verses and Christian sayings line the unique attraction, which has been declared as an important folk art site by the Folk Art Society of America. Though its philosophy is structured around the Sinner's Prayer, it has grown to showcase a wide variety of Christian imagery and text. The Salvation Mountain, Inc. nonprofit organization protects the site today and preserves its sensitive environmental conditions. Visitors can arrange guided tours of the site with advance reservations.

Beal Rd, Calipatria, CA 92233

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