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Chicago, Illinois
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The Home Insurance Building, completed in 1885, is considered the world's first skyscraper, standing at 10 stories tall.
The 1871 fire destroyed over three square miles of the city, leading to a massive rebuilding effort and the birth of modern architecture.
In 1900, engineers reversed the flow of the Chicago River to prevent pollution from entering Lake Michigan, a feat of engineering at the time.
The first Ferris wheel was introduced at the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago, designed by George Washington Gale Ferris Jr.
The city boasts numerous public art pieces, including the famous 'Cloud Gate' sculpture, commonly known as 'The Bean,' in Millennium Park.
Contrary to popular belief, the nickname refers to the city's long-winded politicians rather than its weather.
The city played a pivotal role in the development of jazz in the 1920s, attracting legendary musicians like Louis Armstrong.
Deep-dish pizza was invented in Chicago in 1943 by Ike Sewell and Ric Riccardo at Pizzeria Uno.
Chicago has over 600 parks, with Lincoln Park being the largest, spanning over 1,200 acres along the lakefront.
Unveiled in 1967, the untitled Picasso sculpture in Daley Plaza was a gift to the city and remains a subject of public fascination.
