15 Reasons to Visit Geneva, Illinois

15 Reasons to Visit Geneva, Illinois: History, Chocolate, Nature, Local Makers and More

Geneva is one of my favorite places to visit in Illinois to get away from it all. Whether I am in the mood for history, nature, chocolate, shopping or anything in between, Geneva has it with its own unique flare. Geneva offers so many interesting experiences including those exemplifying its Swedish heritage and intriguing history. Here are our 15 reasons we love Geneva:

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Climbing a Traditional Dutch Style Windmill in Illinois

Climbing a Traditional Dutch Style Windmill in Illinois

Fabyan Forest Preserve in Geneva, Illinois is full of delightful surprises blending nature with architecture. Here you can tour the Fabyan Villa remodeled by Frank Lloyd Wright and wander a footbridge in a Japanese Tea Garden among other elements. Our recent visit presented the splendid opportunity to climb Fabyan Windmill.

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Japanese Tea Garden in Geneva, IL

Tucked away in Geneva, Illinois is Fabyan Japanese Tea Garden. Fabyan Japanese Tea Garden is part of the Fabyan estate which was once home to wealthy businessman George Fabyan. The estate is on the Fox River and includes Fabyan Villa -- a home that was remodeled by Frank Lloyd Wright, the Fabyan Japanese Tea Garden and Fabyan Windmill. On this visit, we strolled through the Japanese Tea Garden.

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