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The most popular tourist sites in the US - and they are eclectic

Sophie-Claire HoellerAug 6, 2016, 02:26 IST

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You'd be forgiven for thinking that America's most popular tourist sites are, say, the Empire State Building and the Golden Gate Bridge.

But according to Swarm, Foursquare's check-in app, Americans have much more eclectic taste when exploring their backyard.

Using Swarm check-in data from August 1 2015 to July 31 2016, we determined the 25 most-visited monuments and landmarks in the US.

From world's largest thermometer to mere signage, here's what people are seeking out.