Peace Candle of the World, Roadside landmark in Scappoose, United States
The Peace Candle of the World stands 50 feet tall with an 18-foot diameter, featuring a cylindrical structure topped with an electric flame light.
Originally constructed in 1971 from a grain silo, the structure was covered with 45,000 pounds of wax and lit by Oregon Governor Tom McCall.
The Peace Candle serves as a central symbol for the Scappoose community, marking the southern entrance to the town along Highway 30.
Visitors can observe the Peace Candle from Highway 30, where it stands on the east side of the road with seasonal color changes and decorations.
The structure began as a candle factory advertisement but transformed into a peace monument after receiving 20 tons of real wax coating.
Location: Oregon
GPS coordinates: 45.74330,-122.87600
Latest update: November 26, 2025 10:13
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