Chicago is the third-largest and third-most populous city in the United States. It is the most prominent city in the state of Illinois. It is located in Cook County.

Chicago sits on the banks of Lake Michigan. It covers a land space of 234 square miles and comprises 77 communities. 

Chicago has a population of around 2.7 million. Chicago has many nicknames with many stories and anecdotes behind it. It is called the Windy City, Chi-Town, and Mud City.

Chicago ranks 9th among UBS’s list of the richest cities in the world. It is a major world financial center being the seat of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago. The Chicago Stock Exchange and the Chicago Board of Trade are the pillars of America’s finance. Chicago and its suburbs hold the third largest labor pool in the country, with 4.63 million workers.

Chicago is an international hub for finance, industry, education, technology, commerce, telecommunication, and transportation.

Chicago is famous for Chase Tower, the headquarters of Chase Bank. It is also famous for the Chicago School of Economics which produced 12 Nobel Laureates.

Chicago is the “Best Big city in the US”. One thing that makes the city special is its rich tapestry of neighborhoods. Each neighborhood has a unique personality and vibe. 

Among the 200 neighborhoods, Chicago residents have spotted a few as friendly and safe. Archer Heights, Bridgeport, Dunning, Edison Park, Hegewisch, Lincoln Square, McKinley Park, North Center, O’Hare, Lake View, Portage Park, Edgewater, Garfield Ridge, Lower West Side, West Lawn, and Uptown are among the top neighborhoods in Chi-Town. 

People prefer living in Chicago neighborhoods based on their affordability, parks, public transportation, good schools, and their ability to reach Downtown. 

It is always overwhelming to find a neighborhood that checks all the boxes, but Chicago has neighborhoods for every type of person.

Chicago has the second-largest public transport system in the country. 1.6 million locals and visitors use public transit on regular days. Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) serves the city and 35 suburbs with 129 bus routes and a rapid transport system. They operate eight “L” train lines and 11 line commuter rail services every day. With the help of CTA’s system map, traveling across Chicago is rapid and cheap.

Chicago is one of the world’s best cities for food. Try these American classic combos from famous restaurants.

• Deep Dish Pizza – Eat this signature dish at Lou Malnati
• The Chicago Hot Dog – Try Hot Doug or Gene & Jude
• Barbeque – Heavenly at Smoque, Chicago Q, or Bub City
• Italian Beef – Slow-cooked spicy one from Portillo’s
• Steak – Grab it at Bavette’s Bar and Boeuf or Gibsons
• Italian – One popular Italian dish in Monteverde Restaurant & Pastificio.

Try these local favorites with a cup of crafted beers from these pubs:

• Brando’s Speakeasy
• Plymouth Restaurant and Rooftop bar
• The Marq
• Sweet Water Tavern and Grille

After a hangout, you can stay a night at these top hotels in Chicago:

• Kinzie Hotel
• Travelodge
• Virgin Hotels

The top attractions of this city are:

• Magnificent Mile – Famous for the John Hancock center and Posh shops.
• Lincoln Park – It is known for converts and bright nightlife. You can visit the zoo for free.
• Millennium Park – Famous for Cloud Gate, live music, and gardens.
• Chicago Loop- Willis tower, eclectic dining, and vibrant shopping.
• Hyde Park – University of Chicago and City beaches are the top attractions.
• Old Town- St. Michael’s Church and Second city comedy club are located in this historic district.
• Wicker Park, Lakeview, Logan Square, Pilsen, and West Loop are other paradises and industrial zones in this business district.

Chicago itself is a landmark for its distinct features. As one of the greatest cities in the US, there are no bounds to its beautiful history. The landmarks that have firmly established Chicago on the map are:

• Willis Tower
• Millennium Park
• Navy Pier
• The Art Institute of Chicago
• Cloud Gate
• 875 North Michigan Avenue
• Shedd Aquarium
• Skydeck Chicago
• Field Museum
• Lincoln Park Zoo