The Great Illinois Border Caper: Not Another Indiana Jones Adventure (But Almost as Exciting)
Ah, Illinois. Land of Lincoln, deep dish delights, and...uh...confusion about neighboring states?
Let's be honest, folks, geography isn't exactly at the top of everyone's conversation list. But fear not, knowledge seekers! Today, we're diving head first (metaphorically, of course) into the thrilling question: what state borders Illinois to the east?
Hold onto your hats (or whatever headwear you prefer) because the answer might surprise you...
It's Indiana!
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I know, I know, shocking, right? Indiana, that state famous for its delicious...uh...well, Indiana has a lot to offer, let's just leave it at that.
But seriously, Illinois and Indiana share a long and storied border to the east. They're practically BFFs (Best Friendly Fellow States)!
Wait a minute, you say, squinting at a map you just googled (because who memorizes state borders these days?), isn't there some water involved too?
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Sharp as a tack, my friend! Illinois also shares a watery border with Michigan up north, thanks to the mighty Lake Michigan. So, technically, Illinois has two eastern borders: Indiana for landlubbers and Michigan for those who prefer their borders with a side of nautical adventure.
Fun Fact Alert! Did you know that a section of the Illinois-Indiana border runs right through Lake Michigan? Talk about a watery handshake!
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So, to recap:
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- East of Illinois (land): Indiana (come for the cornfields, stay for the...well, the state fair is pretty fun?)
- East of Illinois (water): Michigan (home of the Great Lakes and, let's not forget, delicious cherries)
Now that you've graduated from Geography 101, let's put your newfound knowledge to the test!
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Frequently Asked Questions (Because We Know You Have Them)
How to impress your friends with your newfound knowledge of Illinois' eastern borders?
- Casually drop an "Indiana's got nothin' on Illinois!" at your next social gathering. (Results may vary depending on the number of Indiana natives present.)
How to avoid an awkward geography debate?
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- When in doubt, just say "Lake Michigan" and smile mysteriously.
How to spice up your next road trip?
- Take a scenic route along the Illinois-Indiana border and see how many cornfields you can count! Loser buys the deep dish.
How to become a certified Illinois border expert?
- There's no official certification (yet), but visiting both Indiana and Michigan and collecting souvenirs is a good start.
How to use this information to take over the world?
- Um...probably not the intended use, but hey, to each their own? (Just kidding, please don't take over the world.)
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