Illinois Overview

The 21st state of the Union once served as a central railway point from the West for cattle and of course beef, Chicago remains a great place to eat and enjoy life in the Midwest. With a population of over 12 millions people, Illinois is home to the great city of Chicago! Illinois has a widely varying climate, from hot summers to cold winters.

Illinois has numerous Museums, and the City of Chicago also has great attractions awaiting you. The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library is the largest library in the country. Illinois is also known as the “Land of Lincoln” primarily because it is here that our 16th President spent most of his life, specifically in the city of Springfield. The City of Chicago is home to some of the greatest sports teams of all time including Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bears, both one of the greatest basketball players and team of this era. There is plenty of Down Home Blues that can be found in the bustling night-life, and during your visit don’t forget to try the famous Chicago Hot Dog.