Cobden is a village in Union County, Illinois, United States. The population was 1,157 at the 2010 census, an increase from 1,116 in 2000. Continue reading... From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.
Monument Attractions In Cobden
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Cobden Videos
SIU and Southern Illinois 'Big Tour', March 2012
This road trip was taken in March, 2012. I have included a map of where I drove. It includes video of Southern Illinois University (SIU) and the surrounding areas. There is a section to the east of campus that I took because I lived in the mobile home park when I went to SIU in the 1970s.
Hundley House bed and breakfast - Carbondale, IL
This interesting and historic house fills the senses with nostalgia. A Craig Myrtle tree grows in the side yard. The owner accomodates a wonderful time by his welcoming personality. I recommend staying in this historic house. The original owners died in 1928 by murder in the house. The website: