Photo Friday: Chicago – Paris on the prairie

How had I never been to Chicago before? There was definitely more to do than my three days there allowed for, but I got a great sense of the city and life in the burbs too.  Here are some shots of the beautiful United terminal at O’hare, our hotel and a sunset view from our room, and some architecture…  Selecting which pictures to showcase here was difficult.  In next week’s Photo Friday post, I’ll highlight two fun shops because I had to take pictures for you.

The docent of our architectural boat tour described Chicago as a “Paris on the Prairie” and a gateway to the West.  Learning more about the city’s history and development was fascinating.

Above: Grant Park

Above: Millennium Park

Above: The bean.  We went back at night and took a picture of our reflection.

Below: Sheffield Garden Walk and a new little friend.  We enjoyed some great conversations with the neighborhood residents.

 

 

Above: That’s Navy Pier in the background.

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9 Responses to Photo Friday: Chicago – Paris on the prairie

  1. Hi Naomi…i live the the Chicago “burbs” and have a condo in the heart of the city. Your photos captured the beauty of our town. So glad you enjoyed your visit!

    • Thanks! Next time I’m there I will let you know so we can catch up on all these fun photo classes we are taking together! What are you going to take next?

  2. this place is gorgeous when seen
    through such beautiful eyes.
    thanks for sharing,
    Jennifer

  3. What a beautiful city and your photos really capture the essence it’s difficult isn’t it picking and rejecting photos ?

  4. Cathy H. says:

    I’ve never been to Chicago and will probably never go!! So glad I could see the city through your eyes! Beautiful images!

  5. Beautiful photos Naomi, really wonderful! My favourites are the yellowish and blue diptych, they match wonderfully together!

  6. Eydie says:

    Naomi
    You captured Chicago beautifully. Your photos are truly magnificent.
    You are so very talented.

    Have a great weekend.
    Hugs

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