University of Minnesota Shoe Tree
No one's quite sure where this quirky university tradition originated.

๐Ÿ“œ A tree on the West Bank of the Twin Cities Campus, known for hundreds of shoes thrown from the Washington Avenue Bridge. ๐Ÿ” A local landmark and popular destination, its origin remains a mystery. # Why Go ๐Ÿ‘Ÿ See hundreds of shoes and even bikes dangling from branches ๐Ÿ“ธ Unique photo opportunity ๐Ÿšถ Easy to access from Washington Avenue Bridge ๐ŸŒฒ Part of Mississippi Gorge Regional Park # Tips ๐Ÿ’ก Origin of the shoe-throwing tradition remains unknown, with various theories. โš ๏ธ Shoes covered in ice or snow can potentially damage the tree's branches. ๐ŸŽฎ Popular Pokรฉmon Go location. # ๐Ÿ“ Location Located a few feet south of the Washington Avenue Bridge on the west bank of the Mississippi River. # ๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ Parking Free roadside parking available nearby.

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