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Illinois has a richly diverse
geography. The resources below will help you learn about our
lakes, land and more.
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Geography Links and Resources
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Geographic Center of Illinois: Chestnut
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Highest Point: Charles Mound; 1235 feet, 45th highest state
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Inland Water: 700 sq.mi., state with 29th largest amount of inland water
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Land Area: 56,400 sq. mi., 385 miles long and 218 miles wide, 24th largest state
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Latitude:36.9540° to 42.4951°N
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Longitude:87.3840° to 91.4244° W
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Lowest Point: Mississippi River; 279 feet, 33rd lowest state low point
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Topography: Image
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Parks and Forest
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Illinois Facts Links
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Features
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