Discover the fascinating history and unique innovations of Chicago, a true metropolis and a hub of culture and engineering. Learn about the Home Insurance Building, the world's first skyscraper, which revolutionized construction with its steel frame design. Explore the incredible engineering behind the Chicago River's reversal, a project that solved the city's sanitation crisis and created a navigable waterway. Savor Chicago's culinary contributions, including the origins of both deep-dish pizza and tavern-style pizza, and the creation of the beloved brownie for the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition. The episode also highlights the world's first Ferris wheel, which debuted at the same exposition, forever changing amusement rides. Beyond its famous institutions, Chicago offers a wealth of public art and architectural wonders, from "Cloud Gate" to "The Chicago Picasso," easily explored through walking tours or scenic boat rides on the Chicago River.

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