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Frederick Williams

Most of Illinois State was inhabited by the Indians until the French landed here, and then many more followed. Of course they started exploring the land and began trading fur with the local Indians.

In 1673, after a local war, under a treaty all French held land, east of Mississippi River, was ceded to the British. The British controlled this area until 1778, and then after a battle local citizens took over Illinois until around 1787 when it joined the US.

In 1818 Kaskaskia was made capital of Illinois. In 1839 it was moved to Springfield and the capital buildings are now open to the public as a historic site.

Bishop Hill State Historic Site has a long history, and it depicts a picture of the first Swedes who had bought land and built some of the buildings. They were among the first permanent settlers.

This site is open daily from 9am to 5pm, except major holidays.

The most sensitive and ancient Indian city in North America was at Cahokia Mounds. They built the city in a preplanned way keeping their agricultural farms outside and residences inside their city’s periphery.

The French came to this place after the locals had vanished a while back due to climatic changes, spread of disease, economic and other reasons. In 1982 it was declared a World Heritage Site and is open from 8am to Dusk.

Abraham Lincoln’s early adulthood was spent in village New Salem. The site was reconstructed and named, Lincoln’s New Salem State Historic Park. He also spent his time here doing various jobs.

The site is open from Early March to Late October - 9am to 5pm and for the remaining year - 8am to 4pm.

On July 4, 1837 the construction of the Old State Capitol State Historic Site began. Due to many reasons it could not competed on time. As the new administration had to move from one place to another and it took time.

The building is similar to ancient Greek architecture, which was a popular design during the early 1800s. The building was dismantled in 1966 and rebuilt with modern methods.

The atmosphere comes alive on every Fridays and Saturdays (except in May) when a program “Mr. Lincoln’s World” is enacted. This can be viewed on a guided tour from 10am to noon and 1pm to 4pm.

Fort de Chartres is an old building on the banks of Mississippi River, which depicts the life of people during the French regime. It was built in 1750 and abandoned in 1771, and of course had to be recreated partially.

It preserves the archaeology of remains of earlier wooden forts. The Site is open from 9am to 5pm daily except major holidays.

Lots of excitement is at Six Flags Great America, created recently in 1997 as an amusement park with rides for the whole family. Experience the ride of going up and then plunging back to earth.

It is a home for Warner Bros. Stunt Show and many roller coaster rides.

Many varieties of animals are there at Scovill Zoo and Park Complex. You can enjoy watching these on an Express train ride.

Events are organized throughout the year and it has a museum, oriental garden and playground.

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Frederick W. feels Illinois is a really cool travel spot. For your next Heathrow airport transfer to get away on holiday call the Heathrow transfer specialists on +44 07956 224 399

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