Chicago, Illinois

Known as the "Windy City", Chicago is an amazing place to be in. Whether you live there or are just visiting, this city won't let you down. It is the third largest city in the United States, with a population of over 2.5 million people. Chicago is full of fun, leisure, sports, arts, and diversity. With places like Navy Pier, Millenium Park, and Broadway in Chicago, you'll never run out of things to do!

Places To Visit In Chicago

  • Millenium Park
  • The Bean
  • Navy Pier
  • Buckingham Fountain
  • Shedd Aquarium

Famous People From Chicago

  • Michelle Obama
  • Robin Williams
  • Walt Disney
  • Harrison Ford
  • Shel Silverstein
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City Weather

Season Temperature Range Rainfall Range Humidity Level
Spring 29-58°F 1.4-3.7 in Muggy
Summer 59-67°F 3.3-3.7 in Muggy
Fall 33-67°F 2.2-3.3 in Pretty Humid
Winter 22-33°F 0.9-2.1 in Comfortable

You may think that Chicago is known as the "Windy City" because of its wind levels, but that is actually only one part of the reason. The other reason is that locals are commonly described as "full of hot air", meaning they talk a lot and, sometimes, talk nonsense.

Chicago History

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Historical Events

  1. The Establishing of Chicago
  2. The Great Chicago Fire of 1871
  3. The Invention of Chicago-Style Deep-Dish Pizza
  4. The Building of Willis(Sears) Tower

Fun Facts

  1. The Chicago River is one of the country's only backward-flowing rivers
  2. Home of the world's first brownie
  3. The Willis Tower skydeck provides one of the best city views