America's Language Study Cities ③ | What Is Chicago Like?

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In our previous post, we introduced New York and Boston.
This time, we'll introduce Chicago, the third-largest city in the United States and home to the headquarters of many global companies.

< What Is Chicago? >

Chicago is a major city located in the northeastern part of Illinois, USA.
It is the largest city in the American Midwest and is known as a center of economy, industry, and culture.

City population: approx. 2.7 million
Metropolitan area population: approx. 9.8 million

Downtown has many language schools, so you can study in an environment with well-developed urban infrastructure.

Features of Chicago

A city so windy it's called the "Windy City"
Winters are often colder than in Japan
Fall is the best season for sightseeing
With an ESTA, you can stay up to 90 days without a visa
Time difference from Japan: about −7 hours

The city is large in scale, with well-developed living infrastructure and transportation networks.

< Sightseeing Spots to Visit in Chicago >

During your language study abroad, you can also enjoy sightseeing on weekends and after school. Here are some representative spots.

1. The Art Institute of Chicago

Address: 111 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL

Admission fee: approx. 25 USD

One of the three great art museums in the United States.
You can view world-famous paintings by Monet, Renoir, Van Gogh, and more.

2. Millennium Park

Address: 201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL
Hours: 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM

A park famous for "Cloud Gate" (The Bean).
It's a popular spot where you can enjoy outdoor art and events.

3. Buckingham Fountain

Address: Grant Park, Chicago, IL
Hours: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM

One of the largest fountains in the world.
It's lit up at night, creating a fantastical scene.

4. Field Museum

Address: 1400 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL
Hours: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (closed Tue & Wed)

One of the three great natural history museums in the United States.
Famous for its giant Tyrannosaurus specimen, "SUE."

Summary

Chicago is

The third-largest city in the United States
Rich in economy, art, and culture
Home to many museums and parks
The largest educational city in the Midwest

a study destination with these appealing qualities.

Cold-weather preparation is necessary, but it's a recommended city for those who want to study seriously in a calm environment.

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