Illinois Historic buildings + Water sports pictures

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The heart of the Midwest’s glittering metropolis has many offerings, from shopping and dining to parks, museums and exciting contemporary public art.

Chicago’s historic printing and publishing neighborhood is a booklover’s paradise, home to numerous bookstores and the host of an annual literature festival.

The architectural design elements of this historic courthouse make for an impressive sight right in the heart of Pontiac.

On the peaceful shores of Lake Michigan, this elaborate temple, open to all, exudes a sense of peace that makes it a welcome change from Chicago’s bustle.

On the peaceful shores of Lake Michigan, this elaborate temple, open to all, exudes a sense of peace that makes it a welcome change from Chicago’s bustle.

On the peaceful shores of Lake Michigan, this elaborate temple, open to all, exudes a sense of peace that makes it a welcome change from Chicago’s bustle.

On the peaceful shores of Lake Michigan, this elaborate temple, open to all, exudes a sense of peace that makes it a welcome change from Chicago’s bustle.

Enjoy upscale shopping, varied dining experiences and waterfront walks at this affluent suburb set on the shores of Lake Michigan.

A large public park on the edge of Lake Michigan, with museums, beaches, nature reserves, sports fields, and space galore to while away a few hours.

On the peaceful shores of Lake Michigan, this elaborate temple, open to all, exudes a sense of peace that makes it a welcome change from Chicago’s bustle.

The architectural design elements of this historic courthouse make for an impressive sight right in the heart of Pontiac.

Most of this lavish mansion and its landscaped gardens are open for tours so you can appreciate its glorious Italianate design. 

Dubbed the Windy City, this great American city is one of the world’s foremost centres for sport, music and modern art.

On the peaceful shores of Lake Michigan, this elaborate temple, open to all, exudes a sense of peace that makes it a welcome change from Chicago’s bustle.

A dazzling array of boutiques, luxury shops, famous department stores and pleasant cafés, where shopaholics can lose themselves for hours.

Frank Lloyd Wright’s magnum opus, Unity Temple is a revolutionary design over a hundred years old – a remarkable example of religious architecture.

Chicago’s historic printing and publishing neighborhood is a booklover’s paradise, home to numerous bookstores and the host of an annual literature festival.

On the peaceful shores of Lake Michigan, this elaborate temple, open to all, exudes a sense of peace that makes it a welcome change from Chicago’s bustle.

Visit charming downtowns, archaeological sites, historic locations and beautiful natural areas in one of the longest-inhabited regions of the Midwest.

Chicago’s historic printing and publishing neighborhood is a booklover’s paradise, home to numerous bookstores and the host of an annual literature festival.

The architectural design elements of this historic courthouse make for an impressive sight right in the heart of Pontiac.

Enjoy upscale shopping, varied dining experiences and waterfront walks at this affluent suburb set on the shores of Lake Michigan.