Christopher

Christopher lies in southern Illinois’s former coal-mining country, amid the rolling farmland and woodlands of Franklin County. The city developed alongside the region’s coal industry, a legacy recalled each year by the Christopher Coal Festival and its community celebrations. Rend Lake, a major recreation area in southern Illinois, is nearby and brings boating, fishing and shoreline parks to the wider region. Christopher provides a useful introduction to the working history and rural character of this part of Illinois. Discover how Christopher connects with southern Illinois by browsing webcams nearby.

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