Visting Chicago

While New York remains unparalleled with regards to being the country's largest city, Chicago has quietly but surely earned its reputation as a viable tourist spot on its own right. From its very small origins in 1835 as a mere bunch of dwelling places near the river, Chicago is now one of the more famous and respected cities in America. It has gradually earned its stature and has come a long way aside from being Illinois' most famous city.

No other city knows redemption better than Chicago. A great fire in 1871 destroyed much of old Chicago and compelled its local dwellers to rebuild from rubble. The great tragedy became a catalyst for the people to find new means to make their living conditions more efficient. Now Chicago is better known for superior sanitary conditions and effective waste disposal with the aid of the flow of natural elements in its terrain. A lot of people have migrated to Chicago for this very reason. Excellent living conditions are maintained and there is not as much danger on the streets that you would find in other tourist attractions.

Much of the structures in Chicago are strategically arranged and carefully planned, in view of the old tragedy that burned up the entire city. The people in Chicago are truly those who do not repeat old mistakes and make every setback a valuable learning experience. Since their rebirth and recovery from the inferno that left them literally and figuratively with nothing in 1871, they have managed to maintain a subdued sophistication that is truly rare and attractive.

Wining and dining, jazz and blues are just some of the things Chicago is famous for. If you are up for laid back chill out sessions on picturesque views and excellent dining facilities, Chicago is definitely the place for you. This is one place where walking is far better than riding because you will be entitled to view its fine architectural edifices and little surprises you can find in its corners. Home to the Sears Tower (which used to be the tallest building in the world), Chicago stands firm and proud with its rich heritage and sophistication.

Fun in Chicago is encased with subtlety and remains unmatched in its balance of wholesomeness and seductive qualities. It stands out with its architecture and desirable forms of entertainment, without having to be brazen or flashy about it. Instead, it silently stands magnificently and naturally magnetizes adventure seekers with its charm. Some cities have to have lights and banners to make it known on earth, but Chicago does not even seem to lift a finger as it holds and maintains its position as a best place to relax, unwind and have a good time.