Madison is a city of 200,000 situated between two large lakes in Dane County. The university, the city and the surrounding region offer an outstanding intellectual, cultural and recreational environment. Only a few blocks separate the lakeshore campus from the State Capitol Square in the heart of the city. Bicycling and sailing lead a list of popular summer outdoor activities, which also included swimming and fishing. Cross-country skiing and ice skating take the lead in winter, and downhill skiing is available nearby. Swimming, jogging and tennis continue through the winter in the university's indoor athletic facilities. The Madison Civic Center and the Wisconsin Union bring music of all kinds, theater, and dance to Madison throughout the year to complement the many outstanding local groups. Many restaurants, movie theaters, and a wide spectrum of live entertainment are available within blocks of campus. For a beautiful slideshow of Madison and the UW Campus click here. And for a UW Campus map click here.