America is full of loads of great cities. But the best city in all of America is actually right here in Illinois: Naperville. At just under 150,000 residents, Naperville is certainly not a small town. It is a large city that attracts many with excellent employment opportunities, great neighborhoods, stellar schools, and nice amenities. Here are some reasons why Naperville is the best city in America.

  1. Naperville is a great place to live, but its close proximity to Chicago makes it that much better.

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  1. There is also transportation to get around town, too.

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  1. Wonderful school districts make this the ideal city for families.

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  1. Affluent neighborhoods don’t only pay for great schools, but incredible libraries as well.

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  1. Downtown Naperville, with loads of shops, is a huge draw.

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  1. A lot of effort went into making downtown look beautiful.

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  1. Beautiful murals grace some buildings in the downtown area.

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  1. The downtown area also is host to some fantastic restaurants.

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  1. There are plenty of statues to look at.

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  1. And art scattered throughout the city makes it fun to explore.

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  1. The Riverwalk features 1.75 beautiful miles to stroll.

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  1. And there are plenty of scenic spots to take a rest.

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  1. But many might argue that Naperville never looks better than at night during the holiday season.

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What do you think? Is Naperville the best city in America?

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