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Quick Facts

	Currency:	US dollar (USD)
	Language:	American English.
	Area:	606.2 Km²
	Climate:	Humid Continental Climate.


Summer:	Max - 82.4°F (28°C) \| Min - 59°F(15°C)
Winter:	Max - 44.6°F (7°C) \| Min - 21.2°F(-6°C)

Also known as:	The windy city and the city of Broad Shoulders.
Famous for:	Pizzas, architecture, cuisine, el trains and festivals.
Geographical Location:	Located in the state of Illinois in USA.
Latitude, Longitude & Altitude:	41°52'N 87°37'Wand 179 meters above sea level.
Best time to visit:	May to September.
Neighbouring Cities:	Gary , Aurora, South Bend, Rockford, Madison, Milwaukee.
Means of Local Transport:	Trains, trolleys and Pace buses.

Overview
Chicago is located in the state of Illinois in United States of America. The city of Chicago is a major industrial hub of the region. The city is the third-most populous city in the United States after New York and Los Angeles.

The city is rated an alpha world city by the World Cities Study Group at Loughborough University. The city of Chicago is a major cultural center in America and is visited by millions of travelers from all round the world. The city hosts a number of festivals and events throughout the year. The city occupies the western shores of Lake Michigan. Chicago is famous for its cultural diversity.

Chicago is home to major educational institutions of USA. The city is also known as the 'Second city' of USA. Chicago is famous for its festivals, exhibitions, parades and full programmes of theatre, dance, art and music. The city is truly a cultural center of USA. Chicago is also a center of Commerce and industry. The city has a range of heritage sites to offer and it is visited by millions of visitors throughout the year.