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Review:
With a population of less than 1,000 people, West Bend is another unexpected road trip destination with something truly unique for visitors to discover. The town is home to the Grotto of the Redemption, a spectacular shrine constructed in the early 1900s. The grotto is decorated with an incredible collection of petrified wood, fossils, and precious stones, including jasper, quartz, and topaz. While in the area, visitors can also check out the West Bend Historical Society, where they can see the West Bend's first post office, the county's first schoolhouse, and a small museum of farm equipment.
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