Joomla! site syndication http://www.metropolistourism.com 2008-11-21T04:36:10+01:00 http://www.metropolistourism.com http://www.metropolistourism.com/images/M_images/joomla_rss.png text/html 2004-06-12T11:54:06+01:00 http://www.metropolistourism.com http://www.metropolistourism.com/content/view/1/ Metropolis, Illinois, located at Exit 37 on Interstate 24 at the southernmost tip of Illinois, has so much to offer to so many! Metropolis is the official Home of Superman and proudly honors its favorite son with a 15-foot bronze statue of America’s Super Hero right in the middle of Superman Square. Metropolis is also home to Fort Massac State Park, the first state park in Illinois. At Fort Massac, you will not only enjoy the breath taking views of the Ohio River and majestic nature of the Shawnee National Forrest, but you may take a walk back in time by visiting the 1802 replica of the Fort that once served to protect French, British and American troops. For those who enjoy the excitement of gaming, Metropolis is also home to Harrah’s Metropolis Casino Hotel. Harrah’s is ready to entertain you with table games, slots, restaurants and an entertainment center that host many big name entertainers throughout the year. Heroes, Heritage and High Rollers…Metropolis, Illinois is ready for you!