Sightseeing
Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
📍 Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, USA
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Introduction
Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site in Collinsville, Illinois, across from St. Louis, is the largest Mississippian-culture settlement in North America, home to perhaps 10,000+ people at its peak (about 1050–1200). About 70 mounds survive, including Monks Mound — roughly 30 m high, the largest prehistoric earthen structure in the Americas; it became a World Heritage Site in 1982.
✨ Highlights
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Monks Mound
North America's largest prehistoric earthwork — climb for the panorama.
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World Heritage
Listed by UNESCO in 1982.
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Artifacts
The visitor center shows Mississippian pottery and tools.
🛈 Practical Info
→Location：30 Ramey St, Collinsville, Illinois, USA
→Time needed：2–3 hours
→Admission：Free (donations welcome)
💡 Tips
• Monks Mound's stairs are steep and slick after rain — take care.
• Watch the 3D reconstruction film at the center before touring.
• Summer is hot and shadeless — bring water and sunscreen.
FAQ
Any practical tips for visiting Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site?
Monks Mound's stairs are steep and slick after rain — take care. Watch the 3D reconstruction film at the center before touring.
