The natural splendor of Cave-In-Rock will enchant you. The cave in the 60 foot high hills and the rugged bluffs along the river is a site of major attraction for the state of Illinois. Sitting on top of the high steep bank, one will definitely enjoy the scenic Ohio River. This magnificent cave was carved [...]
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Starved Rock State Park
If Illinois had to boast of some of its best places, Starved Rock State Park would definitely be topping the list! This park is located southwest of the village of North Utica in Deer Park Township at LaSalle County, Illinois. Starved Rock State Park overlooks the Illinois River as it sits along the south bank [...]
Lincoln Park Zoo
Lincoln zoo is a major Chicago attraction and each year approximately three million visitors visit the zoo for enjoyment, fun and educational visit. The zoo has been able to establish historical structures and good facilities for the animals. Lincoln Park Zoo has a display of incredible animals. If you are travelling with your family or [...]
Chicago Cultural Center – Location, History, Architecture, Exhibitions and Contact Details
Chicago Cultural Center started operating in the year 1893 as the official building where all the State official receptions were held. The building originally started as the central library, and was later converted into an art and culture center. The Chicago Cultural Center is one of the most popular places of interest being the city’s [...]
Adler Planetarium – Exhibitions, Events, Admission Prices, Hours and Contact Details
The Adler Planetarium and Astronomy Museum which stands as the symbol of human ingenuity was founded in the late 1930s by the Chicago business leader Max Adler. This planetarium situated on Northerly Island, acts as a liaison in inspiring the next generation of explorers by sharing the personal stories of human space exploration and America’s [...]
Museum Of Contemporary Photography, Chicago, Illinois
By anwiksha on March 2, 2011 in General Illinois, Illinois Arts And Museums, Places To Visit Illinois
One of the best places to visit in Chicago is the Museum Of Contemporary Photography. Columbia College Chicago founded the museum in 1984 as a junior of Chicago Centre for Contemporary Photography. The museum holds regular exhibitions and educative programs on contemporary photography to spread awareness on the subject. Local, national, and even international institutions, [...]
Illinois, Chicago
sears-tower-illinois Welcome to the land of Lincoln. Illinois is a place for couples to escape and unwind, for friends to create memories, for a family to have a good time, for exploring the outdoors and discovering the presidential trails and a host of other activities. Illinois has a number of places to visit and enjoy, [...]
Illinois: an eclectic heaven for shopping malls
Within a few years, there has been a drastic increase in the number of shopping malls and shops in Illinois, one of the top notch tourist destinations. Thus, even Illinois is not untouched by the mushrooming mall mania. For example, N. Michigan Avenue, in Chicago is bustling with the latest fashion and trendy features, definitely [...]
The romantic spots in Illinois
If you think that Illinois is just a city of Chicago then you need to search some more facts about the city as it is one of the preferred destinations for newlywed couples. Some of the eye catchy and lovely places in Illinois will tend to think you that why you haven’t celebrated your honeymoon [...]
Kankakee, Illinois- A Place Worth A Visit!
Kankakee County is a beautiful city located in the state of Illinois. Though, the city is smaller in comparison to other cities in its vicinity, it has a large reservoir of outdoor activities, water park and a healthcare center. Visitors are thereby promised a fun-filled and memorable trip here. Kankakee River State Park is very [...]
