General description
On Lake Michigan, in the state of Illinois, Chicago is one of the largest cities in the United States. Famous for its bold architecture, its skyline is punctuated by skyscrapers such as the iconic John Hancock Center, the Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower, rising to 442 meters) and the neo-Gothic Tribune Tower. The city is also famous for its museums, including the Chicago Institute of Art and its remarkable Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works.