Madison is a city located in the county of Dane in the United States of America and it´s the capital of the state of Wisconsin. It was called Madison in tribute to James Madison, the fourth president of USA.
Madison is said to be one of the best places to live in the USA thanks to its vibrant cultural scene. From superb events such as the wonderful Rhythm and Booms, a huge firework and music festival that includes fly-pasts by air force jets, to its first-rate museums and art galleries, Madison offers a diversity of attractions for tourists.
In the summer months, the city´s extensive bike trail network is bustling, while others prefer sailing on its amazing lakes (Mendota, Monona and Waubesa). In the winter you can go skating or practice hockey, Nordic skiing and ice fishing. One of the city´s major claims to fame is its long association with famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Born in Wisconsin, Wright designed many of Madison´s most notable buildings.
In addition to visiting the buildings designed by Wright you must see:
* The wonderful State Capitol Building.
* The Madison Museum of Contemporary Art: it´s the lifeblood of arts and entertainment in the city and is in many ways a piece of art itself.
* The Chazen Museum of Art: permanent exhibitions include paintings, sculptures, drawings and watercolours, as well as prints, photographies and applied decorative arts.
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