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boasts a diverse range of landscapes and attractions. The northeast corner of the state contains lakes, rivers, farms, and Chicago---The Big City -- with its tall skyscrapers, wheeling and dealing commodities traders and no-nonsense residents -- has three-quarters of the state`s population in its orbit. But beyond the last Windy City suburb is another Illinois, a vast prairie of productive farms, picturesque cities and towns rich in history. To the west, the old river town of Galena retains a Civil War-era feel and is filled with bed and breakfast inns. Collinsville`s ancient Cahokia Mounds reflect the deep, native roots of Illinois.  And flatlands give way in the south to rolling hills, limestone bluffs, lakes and a national forest running the width of the state. Lake Michigan is Chicago`s front yard, and the city has set aside many miles of shoreline for swimming, boating, bicycling, and numerous other activities. The city itself offers those rare cultural benefits that only a handful of American cities contain. Lovers of theme parks will enjoy Six Flags Great America Theme Park, north of Chicago. Canoeing, fishing, and bicycling are other popular activities in this part of the state. Northwestern Illinois is a hilly, forested region with numerous quaint midwestern towns. Victorian architecture abounds, and house tours and antique shopping are popular activities. The Great River Road runs through northwestern Illinois and continues south along the Mississippi River to Illinois' southern tip. Along the way are numerous state parks and interesting river towns. You can travel down the muddy Mississippi in a houseboat. Another fine way to travel along this route is by bicycle. There are several trails that contain beautiful scenery and interesting attractions. Southern Illinois is quite different from the northern part of the state. Dominated by the Shawnee National Forest, southern Illinois is a land of lakes, creeks, woods, and rock formations. Camping, fishing, and hiking are popular pursuits. Eastern and central Illinois are rich in agriculture and history. History buffs can retrace nearly every step of Abraham Lincoln`s adult life in and around Springfield. Historical sites, museums, and festivals pay homage to one of America`s greatest leaders. The capital, Springfield, honors in countless ways its most famous citizen, Abraham Lincoln - These treasures are a must-see for any visitor. For visitors, the state`s dual identity is a blessing. They can experience the museums, shopping, restaurants and nightlife of one of the world`s premier cities and then, in a matter of hours, move to the tranquil countryside with its abundance of vintage architecture and historic sites. Taken as a whole, Illinois provides an interesting slice of the Midwest, rural and urban, serene and sophisticated.
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