A Snow Pile in Illinois That Refuses to Melt Is Becoming Famous

When we get significant snowfall in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin early in the Spring, some huge snow piles in parking lots can take weeks to melt.

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There's one specific snow pile in an Illinois village that seems to be defying all the odds and taking an extra long time to disappear and it's gaining attention.

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You never know what will inspire a community to come together and celebrate something special happening in their village.

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About a week ago on April 18, a Facebook post was made showing a rather large pile of dirty snow that almost looked like a glacier that's sitting next to a parking garage.

Raymond Jorda has been documenting the snow pile located in Palatine, Illinois since April 16. According to the comments on Facebook, the snow is located next to a parking garage in just the perfect spot so it doesn't get sunlight.

One fan of the Palentine snow pile even shared a poem about the oddity.

While all around it melted and transformed, the snow pile stood tall, a silent sentinel against the passage of time. Its refusal to yield became a beacon of inspiration, reminding onlookers that strength often lies in perseverance and that even the most formidable challenges can be weathered with steadfast resolve. -Howard Osheroff via Facebook

While it's not taken on the worldwide buzz of the Rat Hole in Chicago YET, there is a new Facebook page dedicated to The Palantine Snow Pile and signage that has dubbed it the "8th Wonder of the World."