Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site

Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site, located near Collinsville, Illinois, is the remains of a pre-Columbian Native American city that thrived around 600 to 1400 AD. At its peak, it was the largest city in North America, known for its impressive earthen mounds used for ceremonial and residential purposes. The site includes more than 80 mounds, with Monk’s Mound being the largest. Cahokia was a vibrant cultural and economic hub, showcasing advanced agricultural practices and complex social organization. Today, it is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site, offering insights into the life of its ancient inhabitants.