Great Travel School
Each season, we take a deep dive into the stories of art, architecture, history, and culture, one city at a time.
Together, we'll uncover the people, ideas, and moments that shaped each city into the place it is today.
Whether you're planning your first visit, traveling with your family, exploring from home, or simply love learning about the world, each season is designed to help you experience a city in a richer, more meaningful way.
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Chicago's Millennium Park: The Park That Shouldn't Exist
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Millions of people visit Millennium Park every year to snap a photo with The Bean. But almost nobody knows the extraordinary story hiding beneath their feet.
In this episode, we uncover how a stretch of railroad tracks and parking lots became one of the world's most celebrated public spaces. You'll discover why Chicago gambled on a bold vision that transformed downtown and created a park that became the cultural heart of the city.
Because Millennium Park isn't just a beautiful place to visit.
It's proof that the greatest cities are built by people willing to imagine something better before anyone else can see it.
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