Gatorland is the nation’s most popular roadside attraction, according to a new survey that weighs TripAdvisor reviews, Instagram posts and worldwide Google searches. The Orlando animal attraction, operating since 1949, edged out Sun Studio of Memphis, Tennessee, in the rankings, which were release d by Betway Casino, which analyzed the statistics for more than 80 roadside attractions in the United States. Related Articles A traditional sausage in the shape of a horseshoe is ‘ironed’ for dryness in southeastern Serbia Japan’s traditional kimonos are being repurposed in creative and sustainable ways Travel: Spring is skiing’s secret season ‘No lines and big, wide-open runs’: This woodsy California ski town is like Mammoth without the crowds This California spot leads list of worst tourist attractions in the world Gatorland features hundreds of reptiles, as well as other animals, plus gator wrestling, a zip-line course that travels over the breeding marsh, an off-road attraction, old Florida charm and an iconic entrance that encourages visitors to walk through oversized alligator jaws.  The survey says Gatorland’s average TripAdvisor score was 4.4, the second-highest level in the final top 10, and it has been featured in 135,932 Instagram posts. Four California attractions made the top 10 list, including Winchester Mystery House in San Jose; Glass Beach at Fort Bragg; Salvation Mountain, a folk-art installation; and the bright pink Madonna Inn in San Luis Obispo. The closest, in physical distance, to Orlando beyond Gatorland was Blowing Rock in North Carolina. Other top finishers include House on the Rock in Wisconsin; Cadillac Ranch in Amarillo, Texas; and Devils Punch Bowl of Otter Rock, Oregon. [email protected] ...read more read less