Monks Mound is the largest pyramid north of Mesoamerica. The mound was believed to be constructed between 900 and 955 CE. The mound is open to visitors and has some informational boards to explain more of the history of the mounds and the area.

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1. Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site loop — Collinsville

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2. Monks Mound loop from Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site

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Location: Collinsville, Madison County, Illinois, United States

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1. Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site loop — Collinsville

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