Corn maze in Saylorsburg, Pennsylvania
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Corn maze in Saylorsburg, Pennsylvania, USA
For a taste of rural Americana, Mazezilla in the Poconos region of Pennsylvania, is a must-visit autumn experience that offers a perplexing challenge. Covering a vast 4.4-hectare expanse, Mazezilla offers a fresh and distinctive maze design annually, making it a cherished attraction during the months of September and October.
Corn mazes have adorned the American landscape with their intricate patterns that transform common crops into popular tourist attractions since 1993. Farmers meticulously plan their production, design and marketing strategies in advance for a maze. The designs come in many forms, including complex geometric shapes, fictional characters and spooky imagery. So, how do you prefer your corn? Grilled, boiled or as a bewildering labyrinth?
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