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Standing a whopping 32 metres tall in Churchill, Victoria, the Big Cigar is one of the cheekiest Big Things in Australia. Originally unveiled on 21 December 1967, this striking limestone spire was designed to symbolize hope for the emerging town--but locals had other ideas! The distinctive shape earned it the nickname 'The Big Cigar', and the association with Winston Churchill (the town's namesake) made the name stick permanently. The base was beautifully renovated in 1990 to honour the area's farming heritage, and decorative lights were added in 1999 to illuminate this iconic roadside attraction. The Big Cigar in Churchill is an absolute ripper of a Big Thing stop, offering road-trippers a unique photo opportunity and a taste of regional Victorian character. Whether you're doing a Great Ocean Road road trip or exploring Australia's Big Things Passport, this 32-metre giant delivers roadside attraction gold.
Fun Fact
The world's longest cigar measured 90 metres! Hand-rolled cigars take approximately 9 months to craft from tobacco leaf to finished product, representing significant artisanal skill.
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