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Located on the shores of Lake Michigan in the heart of the nation and the Midwest, Chicago is home to world-famous architecture, sports teams, museums and cultural attractions – and more than three million people. Lakefront parks, parades, cherished landmarks and diverse neighborhoods all invite residents and visitors to live, work and enjoy themselves here.
From the first settler Jean Baptiste Point de Sable to Michael Jordan, Chicago
has been home to many famous and fascinating people, and the invention home of many "first" products, places and events.
Chicago benefits from an elaborate system of parks, boulevards, and museums and boasts 29 miles of beaches, bike and running paths, fishing piers and eight yacht harbors along the shore of Lake Michigan. The public availability of the waterfront makes Chicago unique among major U.S. cities. The renovation of Navy Pier, a famous landmark, has added even more vitality to the lake front area by including restaurants, specialty shops, marina facilities, and docking for cruise and charter ships.
The Chicago Park District's 500 parks, comprising more than 7,000 acres, offers a wide range of athletic and recreational activities that are enjoyed by residents and visitors alike.
Learn more about Chicago, Illinois by visiting these informational sites:
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