The most fun city in the United States and second in the world is located in Illinois.

Illinois City Wins Beauty Award

You may or may not remember but a city in Illinois was recently honored for its beauty. That was Chicago. It was named most beautiful in North America and second in the world. That is pretty darn amazing considering all the competition out there. If you do not believe me, check it out for yourself, HERE.

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Another Honor For An Illinois City

Another honor was been bestowed on an Illinois city. This time the title is for the most fun. This special city was named number one for fun in the United States and number two in the world. Again, another incredible award. Who is it? I bet you know without the official announcement.

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You are correct, it is Chicago. Once again, massive competition from all around the world and United States. What about places like Las Vegas or London?

According to timeout.com,

"27,000 readers responded to the annual Time Out Index survey."

 

"The results of the Time Out Index survey solidified Chicago's position as the most fun city in the United States." 

 

"Our fair city also earned another top honor: the second most fun city in the world."

 

Why Is Chicago Considered So Much Fun?

If you have spent any time in the Windy City you totally understand this big win. In fact, it is much more believable than the "beautiful honor."

Here are some great reasons why Chicago is so much fun...

Chicago Bears and Soldier Field

New Orleans Saints v Chicago Bears
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Chicago Cubs and Wrigley Field

Kansas City Royals v Chicago Cubs
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Guaranteed Rate Field and Chicago White Sox

Cleveland Indians v Chicago White Sox
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United Center, Chicago Blackhawks, and Chicago Bulls

United Center
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Beaches and Lake Michigan

Chicago Area Beaches Found To Have High Contamination Levels
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St. Patrick's Day

Chicago Goes Green For Annual St. Patricks Day Parade
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Concerts and Music

Soundgarden In Concert At Lollapalooza - Day 3
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That is just a handful of things. There are so many more reasons that make Chicago a very fun place to hang out.

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