Cairo (/ ˈ k ɛər oʊ / KAIR-oh, [4] sometimes / ˈ k eɪ r oʊ / KAY-roh) [5] is the southernmost city in the U.S. state of Illinois and the county seat of Alexander County. A river city, Cairo has the lowest elevation of any location in Illinois and is the only Illinois city to be surrounded by levees.

Dec 9, 2020 · One of America’s most haunting abandoned cities is a once prosperous port town called Cairo, Illinois. A prolonged economic downturn and sustained racial unrest, reduced this city of 15,000 people to a nearly vacant town of a little over 2,000.

May 18, 2024 · Cairo, Illinois, limped into the 1980s and remarkably still holds on to this day — in name, at least. The downtown sits abandoned, and the signs of its once great economic promise are long gone. The city's violent and racist history has snuffed out any hope for progress.

Cairo, city, seat (1860) of Alexander county, extreme southern Illinois, U.S. The city stands on a low-lying delta at the confluence of the Mississippi and Ohio rivers. Bridges over both rivers connect the city with Kentucky (east) and Missouri (west).

Cairo (/ ˈ k eɪ r oʊ /) is a city in Grady County, Georgia, United States. As of the 2020 census , the city had a population of 10,179. The city is the county seat of Grady County.

Aug 22, 2016 · Situated at the flood-prone confluence of the Mississippi River and the Ohio River, at the southernmost point in Illinois, the port town of Cairo boomed along with the steamboat industry.

Apr 9, 2024 · Nestled at the confluence of the mighty Mississippi and Ohio rivers, Cairo, Illinois, is a town that boasts a rich tapestry of American history, architectural marvels, and a unique geographical charm that seems almost forgotten in the hustle and bustle of modern life.

Dec 6, 2024 · The history of Cairo, Illinois, is a poignant reminder of the complexities of American urban development. Its story is one of rise, conflict, decline, and ongoing attempts at revival. As we look toward Cairo’s future, it remains a significant study in resilience and renewal.

Cairo, Illinois may not be the first destination that comes to mind when planning a trip, but this hidden gem of a city is waiting to be explored. Nestled at the confluence of the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers, Cairo offers a unique blend of history, natural beauty, and vibrant culture.

Cairo is the southernmost city in Illinois and the county seat of Alexander County. A river city, Cairo has the lowest elevation of any location in Illinois and is the only Illinois city to be surrounded by levees.