"The Roanoke Star, also known as the Mill Mountain Star, is the world's largest freestanding illuminated man-made star. It was constructed at the top of Mill Mountain in Roanoke, Virginia in 1949 by the local merchants association to draw publicity and trade to the city."

"The Star" as locals call it, is one of the most charming structures in Roanoke City. You can drive right up to it or, you can park at the base of Mill Mountain and hike the "Star Trail" to the top.