Home Forums Job & Work Life 시카고 살기 어떤가요? 시카고 살기 어떤가요? Name * Password * Email 옛다, 병 신아~ Chicago is called the "Windy City" for two reasons: * Its location on Lake Michigan. Lake Michigan is a large body of water that heats up and cools down at different rates than the surrounding land. This creates a pressure gradient that drives wind into and out of the city. * Its lack of natural barriers. Chicago is located on a flat plain, with no major mountains or hills to block the wind. These factors combine to make Chicago a windy city, especially in the spring and fall when the temperature difference between the lake and the land is greatest. In addition to the literal wind, the nickname "Windy City" has also been used to describe Chicago's people and culture. Chicagoans are known for being outspoken and direct, and the city has a long history of political activism. Some people believe that the nickname "Windy City" is a reference to this aspect of Chicago culture, rather than the literal wind. I agree to the terms of service Comment
