Stretching from Chicago, Illinois to Santa Monica, California, Route 66 is more than just a highway — it’s a 2,448-mile ribbon of asphalt woven into the very fabric of American identity. Often called the “Mother Road,” this legendary route symbolizes freedom, adventure, and the open road, winding its way through the heart of the United States. From small-town diners and vintage gas stations to quirky roadside attractions and sweeping desert landscapes, it is basically a living time capsule of 20th-century Americana. Though officially decommissioned as a federal highway in 1985, Route 66 is far from forgotten. In fact, it’s more celebrated than ever. Enthusiasts from across the globe embark on…