Big City Turn Me Loose and Set Me Free
At least that's what Merl said and I'm inclined to agree. Being not too far from the city I have the pleasure of being able to enjoy its conveniences on the weekends without the day to day perils which include high cost of living, congestion and crime. Frank Sinatra said it's his kind of town.
Chicago is a city of marvels and wonders. A good place to start from a tourist perspective is either www.877chicago.com or the citysearch site.
From world class skyscrapers and architecture, to museums, there's something for everyone. What's my favorite thing about Chicago you ask? Deep dish pizza. I usually head for Uno's, across from ESPN zone since I already have Giordano's in town.
Ready for the pictures? Let's start with a perspective from Grant Park. Chicago boasts three of the 10 tallest buildings in the world now far as I know.
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| Lake Michigan with Navy Pier in the background from scenic and historic grounds of the Field Museum. | Grant Park with the Hancock, Amoco etal in the background. |
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| Grant park and the core of the loop, what is considered the downtown of Chicago. | The ubiquitous Sears Tower plus the 4th tallest building in Chicago and historic Chicago Hilton. |
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| The boardwalk along the lake during Taste of Chicago, a festival not to be missed! | A BAD pic of the House of Blues, between two 'corn cob' buildings. Check out SevenDayRun there! |
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| The Wrigley building, as seen from, you guessed it, One West Wacker. HOB is just north of here. | Buckingham Fountain, in the heart of Grant Park. A true Chicago landmark. |
