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ALTON
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The city of Alton is located within Madison County, in the state of Illinois. The city is on the banks of the Mississippi River and is famous the limestone bluffs that can be viewed along the river.
Some of the landmarks in the area include the Piasa Bird painting, the Elijah P. Lovejoy Monument, Franklin House, and the Robert Pershing Wadlow statue. Wadlow is the tallest known man in history, with Alton having been his hometown.
For private jet charters in Alton or other parts of Illinois, contact Air Charter Service and a consultant will inform you about the options available nearby.
FACTS
- State: Illinois
- Area Code: 618
- Region: Madison
- Coordinates: 38.9006° N, 90.1597° W
- Population: 27,290
- Neighbouring Cities: Godfrey, Bethalto, Wood River