Central Illinois Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
region of Illinois, USA
About Central Illinois
Central Illinois, depending on the context, generally refers to the area located south of Kankakee, east of I-39/i-55 and north of I-70. Some definitions will also includeWestern Illinoisor have some slightly varied borders. Central Illinois is perhaps most famous for agriculture. During the last ice age, glaciers leveled the land and left it highly fertile. Today, Central Illinois farms are a significant contributor to the Midwest's total output. Culturally, the region is similar toCentral IndianaandNorthern Illinoisand tends to be socially and culturally conservative with some notable exceptions, such as the college towns ofUrbana,Champaign,BloomingtonandNormal. While the area borders theChicagolandregion, most residents do not want to be associated with Chicago due to its perceived undu
Central Illinois Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including: