Chicago

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With such a diverse population, the city’s inhabitants and visitors enjoy a colorful tradition, sprinkled with jazz music or parks hosting almost daily major events.

The old Chicago mostly disappeared to make way for the new architecture, top museums and a very developed tourist industry. Looking for the latest trends in architecture, legendary blues, and scrumptious dining? Then Chicago is the place for you!

The poet Carl Sandburg called it the ‘City of the Big Shoulders' but the city’s best known nickname is ‘the Windy city’.

Modern Chicago revolves around an area known as the Loop, which encompasses the busy Downtown area and the popular shopping district. With over 50 languages spoken, the city can safely be considered one of the most culturally diverse in the world.

While in Chicago, don’t forget to visit its museums, the city having one of the best set of cultural institutions in the world. If you want to enjoy a peaceful afternoon, take a stroll or sunbathe around Laker Michican.

If you’re a careful planner, you can witness the Taste of Chicago in July, and four major music festivals: Blues Fest and Gospel Fest in June, Lollapalooza (aka "Indie Rock Fest") in August, and Jazz Fest over Labor Day Weekend.