Chicago
The Windy City
Located along the shores of Lake Michigan, this city has become a vibrant metropolis with only New York City and Los Angeles having larger populations. It is famous for its unique architecture and beautiful skyline. The first skyscraper was designed and built in Chicago. It has one of the oldest and largest art museums in the United States and it is also home to some of the top rated cultural attractions and restaurants in the world.
The people of Chicago are very innovative. They reversed the flow of the Chicago River in a remarkable engineering achievement, making it the only river in the world that flows backwards. They even created the Twinkie, deep dish pizza and the brownie. They also invented the game of softball, spray paint, open heart surgery and they were the first city to host a televised presidential debate.
So, whether you are enjoying the creative delights from the three star Michelin menu at the Alinea restaurant or strolling through the quiet suburbs of Oak Park, the largest collection of Frank Lloyd Wright’s designed buildings, you may discover that a waterfront weekend just isn’t long enough to explore the wonders of this fascinating city.
