Tag: Wisconsin
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A Weekend in Wisconsin: Madison’s Capitol Square, Olbrich Gardens, and UW Campus
Madison, Wisconsin turns out to be the perfect city for a spontaneous weekend detour. Closer to Wisconsin Dells than Milwaukee and conveniently located on the way back to Illinois, the state capital offered just the right mix of history, culture, and nature to fill a relaxing day. Exploring the Wisconsin State Capitol in Madison Our…
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A Weekend in Wisconsin: Exploring Wisconsin Dells
After more than a week in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, we’re ready to take a go a bit farther and explore Wisconsin a bit. This state north of Illinois has a diverse geography, with its interior featuring forests and farmlands. The latter is immediately visible as we drive the interstate, while the former takes…
The Tourist Gaze 