Facts About Chicago (30 Interesting & Fun Things to Know)

Today, I’m going to cover some fun Chicago facts to help you get to know my favorite city in America. You’ll learn that there’s a lot more to the so-called Windy City than meets the eye. 
Chicago is a vibrant and diverse cultural hub. It draws millions of visitors each year for its world-renowned attractions, friendly vibes, and abundance of fun things to do. But there are a few interesting facts about Chicago you may not know… 

30 Chicago Facts
1. It’s Actually Not the Windiest City
Despite being dubbed “The Windy City,” Chicago isn’t actually the windiest city in America! In fact, it doesn’t even rank in the top five. 
Nevertheless, Chicago is known as “The Windy City” for a reason. Firstly, because winds from Lake Michiga...