THE GEMINI GIANT

One of several former “Muffler Men” statues—20 plus foot tall figures once common along roadsides in the early 1960s.

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NAVY PIER FERRIS WHEEL

Modeled after the very first Ferris Wheel which was built for Chicago’s 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition.

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SUPER MUSEUM

This museum houses a collection spanning 60 years, honoring the mythical caped hero.

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SHAWNEE NATIONAL FOREST

Explore 278,000 acres of rolling hills, forests, lakes and rugged bluffs.

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LEWIS & CLARK CONFLUENCE TOWER

Lewis & Clark Corps of Discovery’s journey westward began here on May 14, 1804.

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WORLD’S LARGEST CATSUP BOTTLE

A 170-foot-tall water tower built in 1949.

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OLD STATE CAPITAL

This building was the center of Illinois political life from 1839-1876.

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WORLD’S LARGEST COVERED WAGON

Located near Route 66, it’s recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records.

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TRAILS TO ADVENTURE

Whether you’re looking for one-of-a-kind art, antiques, local cuisine or outdoor adventure, southern Illinois has a trail to get you there. Sip your way along wine trails, stay at a cozy bed & breakfast, visit the home of Superman, and bike under a canopy of trees. Deeper exploration of this region reveals rock formations resembling city streets, a cave hideout for river pirates, and a rare collection of ancient Cypress trees that were here long before Columbus discovered America.

Shawnee Hills Wine Trail
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