Come visit the growing Midwest state of Illinois! Springfield is the capital of Illinois and the largest city is Chicago. Chicago's O'Hare International Airport is one of the largest in the nation and serves destinations domestically, as well as worldwide. Chicago is well known for its vibrant political scene, fantastic skyline and deep musical roots. One of the cradles of the early blues and jazz movements, Chicago still has numerous clubs and music venues throughout the city keeping this rich tradition alive. The city also has some of the most plenty of world class hotels, fine dining establishment and some of the most loyal sports fans in the nation.

Outside of town, Illinois is a state full of agricultural roots. Much of the state is covered in prairie land and there are still healthy farming communities scattered throughout the state. The University of Illinois is the state's largest public university and is located in Champaign-Urbana. The university is known throughout the country for academic excellence and successful athletic teams. Other institutes of higher learning include Illinois State, Southern Illinois and Illinois Weslyan Universities. The State Capital Building in Springfield is a popular attraction among tourists and offers a unique insight into the state's history. The city was also the home of famous US President Abraham Lincoln and there are museums and monuments in his honor throughout the city. For anyone wishing to visit the economic and cultural heart of north-central Midwest, Illinois is the perfect destination!