"Illinois has everything for visitors. Foremost is the city of Chicago with its fantastic museums and cultural scene. Must-sees include the Museum of Science and Industry and the Brookfield Zoo. Go to Peoria and visit the nearby historic town of Galena, here you can take a riverboat cruise on the Mississippi River. Southeast Illinois is home to the city of Champaign, beautiful Lake Shelbyville and the Upper Mississippi National Wildlife and Fish Reserve. In Southwest Illinois don't miss the city of Springfield and the Lincoln Home National Historic Site.
Illinois' diverse collection of communities ranges from vibrant big cities to cozy small towns, and nearly 12.5 million people live here today. With its quaint Victorian-era villages, sprawling suburbs, farming towns and fast-paced cities, Illinois offers the best of everyday American life."
- Frem the Illinois.Ggov website
To learn more about Illinois visit http://www.illinois.gov/
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