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Chicago
Located on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan,
Chicago is the largest city in
Illinois, and 3rd largest in the United States over all.
As of the 2000 census, the city iself had a population of 2,896,016.
Additionally,
when combined with its suburbs and the nine surrounding counties in
Illinois,
Indiana and
Wisconsin, the metropolitan area
(known as "Chicagoland") has a population of almost 10 million.
The city has a highly diversified economy, including financial services,
manufacturing, printing and publishing. Chicago is home to the nation's
2nd largest business district (after New York City),
and the 3rd largest media market
(after
Los Angeles and
New York City),
and four major financial and futures exchanges.
Chicago is a popular tourist destination, attracting well over 30 million
visitors each year. Some of the attractions in Chicago include:
Chicago Facts
Here are some other facts about Chicago:
- Probably the best known educational institution in Chicago is the University of Chicago. The University of Chicago is a private university that was originally founded by John D. Rockefeller in 1890, and held its first classes in 1892.
- Some of the major companies with their headquarters in Chicago include Boeing, Exelon and Sara Lee.
- Airports for Chicago include Chicago Midway International Airport and O'Hare International Airport.
- Professional sports teams in Chicago include the American football team, the Chicago Bears, the baseball team, the Chicago Cubs, the basketball team, the Chicago Bulls, the ice hockey team, the Chicago Blackhawks, and the Major League Baseball team, the Chicago White Sox.
- Chicago is home to a unique style of pizza, known simply as Chicago-style pizza. Chicago-style pizza is very a deep dish pizza, more like a casserole or lasagna than traditional thin crust pizza, and which was probably invented at Pizzeria Uno in Chicago in 1943. Additionally, there also another style of pizza that is unique to the city, sometimes known as "flat pizza" which has a crunchy texture and is usually cut into squares (known as "party cut").
- Chicago's nicknames include "Chi-Town", "City in a Garden", "The City of the Big Shoulders", "The City That Works", "The Second City", and "The Windy City".
Weather in Chicago
Here is the seven day weather forecast for Chicago:
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Books About Chicago
Here are a few books about Chicago that you might find interesting:
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By Fodor's Travel Guides
Fodor's Travel
Released: 2015-12-22
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Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for 80 years.
Fodor's Chicago is the perfect companion for a trip to this quintessential American city. With colorful features and the most updated information, Fodor's Chicago gets straight to the best of what this city has to offer, everything from art to architecture to shopping, baseball, jazz, and the very best deep-dish pizza. Our in-depth coverage also includes top reasons to visit the culturally and historically rich suburbs of Chicago, including Frank Lloyd Wright's Oak Park home studio, the Mallott Japanese Garden at the Chicago Botanic Garden, and the Brookfield Zoo.
This travel guide includes:
· Dozens of full-color maps plus a handy pullout map with essential information
· Hundreds of hotel and restaurant recommendations, with Fodor's Choice designating our top picks
· Multiple itineraries to explore the top attractions and what’s off the beaten path
· In-depth breakout features on The Art Institute of Chicago, Frank Lloyd Wright, and The Blues
· Major sights such as Skydeck Chicago at Willis Tower, John Hancock Center, The Magnificent Mile, Navy Pier, Art Institute of Chicago, Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, and Millennium Park
· Day Trips from Chicago including West of Chicago and North of Chicago
· Coverage of: The Loop; Near North and River North; Lincoln Park and Wicker Park; Lakeview and the Far North Side; Pilsen, Little Italy, and Chinatown; Hyde Park |
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By Troy Taylor & Ken Melvoin-Berg
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The city of Chicago is unquestionably the weirdest and most haunted city in America! With a history dating back to the early 1800s that is filled with violent events, mysterious happenings and a lot of very strange characters, there is no other place like it in the country. Now, in the most complete book ever written on Chicago ghosts and strange history, the creators of the Weird Chicago Tours reveal just how that homegrown weirdness has shaped the city that we know today - and shows that Chicago iw weirder than any city should legally be allowed to be! With notebooks and cameras in hand, the Weird Chicago crew has scoured the city in search of the haunted, the odd and the offbeat. They have tracked down bizarre history, unusual people, weird roadside attractions, forgotten remnants of the past, unexplained happenings and more ghost stories than have appeared in any other book before, plus the truth behind many Chicago hauntings that you only thought you knew! From Hull House to Resurrection Mary, to Dillinger to Al Capone, this book showcases the most unusual aspects of Chicago - and just what makes it so haunted, weird & unique! Packed full of stuff that you aren't going to find anywhere else, this is a journey that you're never going to forget! |
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By Streetwise Maps
Brand: Streetwise Maps
Released: 2015-03-01
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Streetwise Chicago Map - Laminated City Center Street Map of Chicago, Illinois - Folding pocket size travel map with integrated CTA & Metra map including lines & stationsThis map covers the following areas:
Main Chicago Street Map 1:27,000
Downtown Chicago Map 1:18,000
Hyde Park - Kenwood Map 1:40,000
Wicker Park & Bucktown Map 1:27,000
Chicago Area Map 1:330,000
Chicago CTA & Metra Map Crack! A roaring cheer muffles the ecstatic cry of the announcer’s amplified voice. The entire city block erupts in joy as a ball drops into the asphalt of West Waveland Avenue. Welcome to Wrigley field, one of the oldest ballparks in the country. Now you’re in Chicago, home to some of America’s biggest baseball fans, its tallest building and its deepest deep-dish pizza. Chicago is the most active city, as well as the center of the Midwest. Hop on Lake Shore Drive and watch as this glistening waterside metropolis unfolds before your eyes. From the Art Institute at Grant Park to the Museum of Contemporary Art, the Museum of Science (home to Sue, the city’s beloved Tyrannosaurus Rex) to the architectural oasis of the Illinois Institute of Technology campus and Oak Park, Chicago is a world known cultural capital. All these sites are clearly marked and indexed on the STREETWISE® Chicago city map. Also included are an enlarged detailed map of the downtown, an area map that includes the major routes and surrounding towns of Chicago and a map of the Metra system. Our pocket size map of Chicago is laminated for durability and accordion folding for effortless use. The STREETWISE® Chicago map is one of many detailed and easy-to-read city street maps designed and published by STREETWISE®. Buy your STREETWISE® Chicago map today and you too can navigate Chicago, Illinios like a native. For a larger selection of our detailed travel maps simply type STREETWISE MAPS into the search bar. |
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By DK Travel
DK Eyewitness Travel
Released: 2017-01-17
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DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Chicago will lead you straight to the best attractions the Windy City has to offer. Visit the Lincoln Park Zoo or the Art Institute of Chicago, shop on Michigan Avenue, enjoy the rides at the Navy Pier funfair, take in the view from the Willis Tower, or explore the areas outside the heart of the city. Discover DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Chicago. • Detailed itineraries and "don't-miss" destination highlights at a glance.
• Illustrated cutaway 3-D drawings of important sights.
• Floor plans and guided visitor information for major museums.
• Free, color pull-out map (print edition) marked with sights, a selected sight and street index, public transit map, practical information on getting around, and a chart for measuring walking distances.
• Guided walking tours, local drink and dining specialties to try, things to do, and places to eat, drink, and shop by area.
• Area maps marked with sights and restaurants.
• Detailed city maps include street finder index for easy navigation.
• Insights into history and culture to help you understand the stories behind the sights.
• Suggested day-trips and itineraries to explore beyond the city.
• Hotel and restaurant listings highlight DK Choice special recommendations.
With hundreds of full-color photographs, hand-drawn illustrations, and custom maps that illuminate every page, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Chicago truly shows you what others only tell you. Recommended: For a pocket guidebook to Chicago, check out DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Chicago, which is packed with dozens of top 10 lists, ensuring you make the most of your time and experience the best of everything. Series Overview: For more than two decades, DK Eyewitness Travel Guides have helped travelers experience the world through the history, art, architecture, and culture of their destinations. Expert travel writers and researchers provide independent editorial advice, recommendations, and reviews. With guidebooks to hundreds of places around the globe available in print and digital formats, DK Eyewitness Travel Guides show travelers how they can discover more. DK Eyewitness Travel Guides: the most maps, photographs, and illustrations of any guide. |
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By Olivia Smith
Released: 2012-12-11
Kindle Edition (26 pages)
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Illinois’ windy city will blow you away in more ways than one. This midwestern metropolis is one of the largest cities in the United States and offers a diverse mix of performing arts, sports, ethnic cuisine and American culture. The city is well known for its influence on music and stand-up comedy. Taking the “L,” Chicago’s elevated train system allows you to see the city’s sights like a local Chicagoan. |
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By Maurice N. Hammett
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The places found in this book are the most positively reviewed and recommended by locals and travelers. 2,000 places listed in five groups and ranked by category. "TOP 500 SHOPS" (72 Store Categories), "TOP 500 RESTAURANTS" (81 Cuisine Types), "TOP 100 ATTRACTIONS" Landmarks, Historical Buildings, Parks, Churches, Botanic Gardens... "TOP 400 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT" Tours, Cultural Centers, Festivals, Cinemas, Music Venues, Performing Arts... "TOP 500 NIGHTLIFE" Lounges, Bars, Pubs, Sports Bars, Tapas Bars, Cocktail Bars, Latin Bars, Gay Bars, Sushi Bars, Karaoke, Bowling, Comedy Clubs, Jazz & Blues, Nightclubs and many more options to visit, relax and enjoy your stay. |
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By Chicago Travel Guide
Released: 2016-07-01
Kindle Edition (13 pages)
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25 Secrets you’d never find out about CHICAGO!
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It took lots of time to incorporate the tips and hacks that ended up shaping this travel guide! And now, we are willing to share those secrets with you!
We will tell you where you should go, eat, sleep, and of course, party! We know you won't just settle for average boring travel guides! We know you are looking for something better; something unique that will truly help you down the road: a book with real life tips, recommendations, useful travel hacks and data... everything you may need in your trip. You've just found what you were looking for!
Our goal is simple. we will give you a complete and detailed Bucket list with MAPS to all the locations to make sure you won’t get lost in the amazing city of Chicagotransforming your trip into absolutely amazing experience. We will help you simplify your path, showing you exactly where the best places are.
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By Lorraine Johnson
DK Eyewitness Travel
Released: 2003-07-21
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The guide that shows you what other travel books only tell you! America's 3rd largest city is known for its non-stop energy, outstanding architecture, ethnic neighborhoods and cultural life. DK's Eyewitness Travel Guides: Chicago set the standard for the balance of sightseeing, historical and practical information. Whether going to see the Cubs at Wrigley Field, looking for a Chagall at the Art Institute, or heading to the top of the John Hancock Building, there is no better guide to show you what the "Windy City" has to offer. Includes a spectacular bird's-eye view of the Magnificent Mile, floor plans of the major museums, with excellent coverage of the city's nightlife, shops and markets. |
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By DK Travel
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True to its name, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Chicago covers all the region's major sights and attractions in easy-to-use "top 10" lists that help you plan the vacation that's right for you. This newly updated pocket travel guide for Chicago will lead you straight to the best attractions this city has to offer, from walking down the Magnificent Mile to visiting Willis Tower to the Art Institute of Chicago. Find the best hotels, food, and attractions for every budget. Expert travel writers have fully revised this edition of DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Chicago. • Brand-new itineraries help you plan your trip to these areas of Chicago.
• Expanded and far more comprehensive, new laminated pull-out map now includes color-coded design, public transportation maps, and street indexes to make it even easier to use.
• Maps of walking routes show you the best ways to maximize your time.
• New Top 10 lists feature off-the-beaten-track ideas, along with standbys like the top attractions, shopping, dining options, and more.
• Additional maps marked with sights from the guidebook are shown on inside cover flaps, with selected street index and metro map.
• New typography and fresh layout throughout.
You'll still find DK's famous full-color photography and museum floor plans, along with just the right amount of coverage of history and culture. A free pull-out map is marked with sights from the guidebook and includes a street index and a metro map. The perfect pocket-size travel companion: DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Top 10 Chicago. Recommended: For an in-depth guidebook to Chicago, check out DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Chicago, which offers a complete overview of the city; thousands of photographs, illustrations, and maps; and more. Series Overview: For more than two decades, DK Eyewitness Travel Guides have helped travelers experience the world through the history, art, architecture, and culture of their destinations. Expert travel writers and researchers provide independent editorial advice, recommendations, and reviews. With guidebooks to hundreds of places around the globe available in print and digital formats, DK Eyewitness Travel Guides show travelers how they can discover more. DK Eyewitness Travel Guides: the most maps, photographs, and illustrations of any guide. |
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By Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet
Released: 2017-12-01
Kindle Edition (160 pages)
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Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Pocket Chicago is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. See masterpieces at the Art Institute of Chicago, touch the silvery smoothness of the Bean, or visit the 103rd floor observatory in Willis Tower; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the best of Chicago and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Pocket Chicago: - Full-color maps and images throughout
- Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
- Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
- Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
- Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
- User-friendly layout with helpful icons, and organized by neighborhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time
- Covers the Loop, Near North, Navy Pier, Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, Old Town, Lake View, Wrigleyville, Wicker Park, Bucktown, Near West Side, Pilsen and more
eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) - Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges
- Effortlessly navigate and jump between maps and reviews
- Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience
- Seamlessly flip between pages
- Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash
- Embedded links to recommendations' websites
- Zoom-in maps and images
- Inbuilt dictionary for quick referencing
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Pocket Chicago, a colorful, easy-to-use, and handy guide that literally fits in your pocket, provides on-the-go assistance for those seeking only the can't-miss experiences to maximize a quick trip experience. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world’s number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we’ve printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You’ll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, nine international magazines, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. Important Notice: The digital edition of this book may not contain all of the images found in the physical edition. |
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