Chicago, the nerve centre of the American Midwest and birthplace of the blues, is renowned for its unique architecture designed by greats such as Frank Lloyd Wright and Frank Gehry, as well as for its relaxed lifestyle on the shores of Lake Michigan. 500 km (311 miles) long and nearly 200 km (124 miles) wide, with 2,600 km (1,616 miles) of coastline and a deep blue colour: the country's largest freshwater expanse is so vast it feels like the sea... Along its bucolic banks, beloved by artists, peaceful retreats, beaches edged with dunes, orchards and vineyards are scattered. And nearby: Huron, Erie, Superior, St. Clair. The Great Lakes depict landscapes that both move and soothe. Where ancient voices still linger lies something sacred, a memory. Discover our travel inspiration in the Great Lakes region of the United States.

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