"Illinois is more than meets the eye. IL is a state that is for children and adults combined, offering some of the nation?s finest museums, restaurants, shopping areas, and outdoor destinations you can find. Chicago, know as the ?Second City,? the ?Windy City,? or ?Chi-town? is located in IL and provides a variety of sites and entertainment. However, you don?t always have to think city when it comes to Illinois. IL has several scenic state parks, wetlands, marshes and forest as well. Row a boat down one of the quiet rivers, or hike in the Shawnee National forest located just southward from central Illinois. With Illinois you have it all. You have the enjoyment of the city while still being able to find time for outdoors and nature. Think Illinois, think options, adventure and fun. Discover the world in one place at one time. "