History Comes Alive At Ripley's In Gatlinburg

Robert LeRoy Ripley was an American cartoonist, entrepreneur and amateur anthropologist, who created the world famous 'Ripley's Believe It or Not!' newspaper panel series, radio show, and television show which feature odd 'facts' from around the world.

Robert Ripley was an eccentric man and an avid traveler. Places like India and the Orient were unconventional areas for the American traveler during the 19th century, however Ripley's obsession drove him to these areas to study the local customs and speak with people in the area.

Over the years, Robert Ripley collected an amazing collection of oddities and stories that serve to entertain the public even today.

(thanks Lauren)