Cairo, Illinois - Wikipedia
WEBCairo (/ ˈkɛəroʊ / KAIR-oh, [4] sometimes / ˈkeɪroʊ / KAY-roh) [5] is the southernmost city in Illinois and the county seat of Alexander County. A river city, Cairo has the lowest elevation of any location in Illinois and is the only Illinois city to be surrounded by levees.
Abandoned Town of Cairo, Illinois - Atlas Obscura
WEBAug 22, 2016 · Discover Abandoned Town of Cairo, Illinois in Cairo, Illinois: A once-booming Mississippi River town with a history of racial violence is now eerie and mostly abandoned.
Cairo, Illinois: The 'City That Died From Racism' - All That's …
WEBMay 18, 2024 · Once a bustling hub for the steamboat and railroad industries, the town of Cairo, Illinois now sits abandoned due to economic decline and racial violence. Named for the city in Egypt, Cairo, Illinois (pronounced CARE-o), …
Cairo, Illinois: The Midwest’s Modern Ghost Town
WEBDec 9, 2020 · One of America’s most haunting abandoned cities is a once prosperous port town called Cairo, Illinois. A prolonged economic downturn and sustained racial unrest, reduced this city of 15,000 people to a nearly vacant town of a little over 2,000.
Cairo, Illinois Is An All But Abandoned Ghost Town: What To Know
WEBApr 1, 2024 · Recurring floods sealed Cairo, Illinois's fate, causing it to be largely abandoned by the local government. The town's economic decline, racial tension, and lack of state funding contributed to its abandonment.
THE BEST Things to Do in Cairo (2024) - Must-See Attractions - Tripadvisor
WEBMar 14, 2020 · Things to Do in Cairo, Illinois: See Tripadvisor's 257 traveler reviews and photos of Cairo tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in September. We have reviews of the best places to see in Cairo. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
A City at a Confluence: Visiting Cairo, Illinois
WEBMay 31, 2024 · We toured Cairo, Illinois with The Cairo Historical Preservation Project. Often called a ghost town, we explored what happened to Cairo and met the people trying to save the city.
Cairo Illinois: A Hidden Gem at the Confluence of History and Rivers
WEBApr 9, 2024 · Nestled at the confluence of the mighty Mississippi and Ohio rivers, Cairo, Illinois, is a town that boasts a rich tapestry of American history, architectural marvels, and a unique geographical charm that seems almost forgotten in …
'Nobody Cares About Cairo': Residents of Shrinking River Town ... - NPR
WEBJun 16, 2018 · Cairo, Ill. lies at the heart of one of the fastest depopulating regions in America. On some streets, old mansions are abandoned and nature is taking over whole city blocks. Kirk Siegler/NPR.
Saving Cairo: A Once Thriving River Town Finds Itself On Life Support - NPR
WEBJun 4, 2017 · Once a thriving river port and manufacturing hub, Cairo (pronounced CARE-row) today has one of the fastest depopulation rates in the United States. Most of the factories have closed. The...
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