Chicago, the birthplace of the skyscraper, is the third-largest city in the U.S. It is home to a crazy amount of high-rises. It is known for its gorgeous and tall architecture. It holds many different records regarding the buildings it has. This article explores the top 10 tallest buildings including their height, history, and location.
1. The Willis Tower
The Willis Tower is 1,450 feet high with 110 floors. Built in 1974, it was the tallest building in the world until 1998, but remains the 2nd tallest building in the U.S. after the World Trade Center in N.Y.C. It is located in Chicago’s downtown Loop neighborhood.
Founded by German immigrants in the 1840s, Lincoln Square is a small 2.5 square mile neighborhood that offers German restaurants, bars, trendy cafes, bakeries, and fantastic local shops. It’s a nestled neighborhood between Ravenswood and Andersonville, however, there is over 1,000 small businesses in this cute neighborhood. The Apple Fest is a popular annual fall activity where various vendors participate selling autumn themed crafts and treats. The real estate market in this neighborhood is hard to come by, as it features charming private homes and low-rise apartment buildings.
9. Lakeview
Lakeview, also spelled Lake View, rests in between the south of Irving Park Road,
