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Detroit ( / dɪˈtrɔɪt /; dih-TROYT, locally / ˈdiːtrɔɪt /) [8] is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Michigan. It is the largest U.S. city on the United States–Canada border, and the seat of government of Wayne County. Detroit had a population of 639,111 at the 2020 census, [9] making it the 29th-most populous city in the ...
Detroit, the largest city in the state of Michigan, was settled in 1701 by French colonists. It is the first European settlement above tidewater in North America. [1] Founded as a New France fur trading post, it began to expand during the 19th century with U.S. settlement around the Great Lakes.
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Downtown Detroit is unique: an International Riverfront, ornate buildings, sculptures, fountains, the nation's second largest theater district, and one of the nation's largest collection of pre-depression era skyscrapers. Two major traffic circles along Woodward Avenue surround Campus Martius Park and Grand Circus Park, both gathering points. The c...
The traditional white working class Detroit accent falls within the category of Great Lakes English, making it similar to the traditional Chicago and Buffaloaccents.
By car
Several interstates converge in downtown Detroit. I-75/the Chrysler (north of Downtown)/the Fisher (south of Downtown) Freeway North/South runs from Toledo through downtown Detroit to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. I-94/the Ford Freeway East/West runs from Chicago to Detroit and continues up to Sarnia. I-96 East/West heads from Detroit to Lansing, Michigan. I-696/the Reuther Freeway runs along about 3 mi north of city limit (8 Mile), connecting the eastern suburbs (such as St. Clair Shores)...
By bus
1. 42.327937-83.058563 Greyhound. Service west to Chicago (5-8 hr, $35), south to Toledo(1 hr, $15), and all over Michigan. The terminal is near downtown at 1001 Howard St. 2. Megabus. Discount bus service to and from Chicago (6 hours, $1-25) and Toledo. Megabus has two stops in Detroit: one is at the 42.332523-83.0528414 Rosa Parks Transit Center near Cass and Michigan in Downtown, the other is the 42.354108-83.0641545 Megabus Wayne State University stopin Midtown on W Forest Ave between Cas...
By train
1. See also: Rail travel in the United States 1. 42.367944-83.0726 Detroit station (Baltimore Street station), 11 W Baltimore Ave (Located at Woodward, in the Midtown and New Center area of the city.). The Amtrak hub for Detroit. The station is connected to the Q-Line streetcar, and from the end of the Q-Line to the People Mover System in downtown Detroit. The station is also serviced by some bus routes.(updated Jan 2019) 1.1. Amtrak, ☏ +1 215-856-7924, toll-free: +1-800-872-7245. Operates tr...
As the historical center of the American automobile industry, with Ford, General Motors and Chrysler once having their main factories here, Detroit is unsurprisingly one of the world's most car-dependent cities. Detroit's street layout is truly unique, combining wheel-and-spoke, grid, and strip-farm (near the River) layouts. Six major spoke roads r...
This is only a smalllist of some of the biggest attractions and even though they are listed here, their info is brief. Make sure to check out the district articles for more.
This is only a smalllist of some of the some key activities and events to enjoy and even though they are listed here, their info is brief. Make sure to check out the district articles for more. 1. CasinosThe three major casinos include, MGM Grand Detroit, Motor City and Greektown. Check for performances. 2. Concerts, and more Detroit is the birthpl...
The University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, about 45 miles west of Detroit, ranks as one of America's best. Alumni include President Gerald Ford and Google co-founder Larry Page. Others include Wayne State University (alumni include legendary White House Correspondent Helen Thomas and comedian/actress Lily Tomlin), the University of Detroit Mercy, Law...
Some of the major companies which have headquarters or a significant presence in metro Detroit include GM, Ford, Chrysler, Volkswagen of America, Comerica, Rock Financial/Quicken Loans, Kelly Services, Borders Group, Dominos, American Axle, DTE Energy, Compuware, Covansys, TRW, BorgWarner, ArvinMeritor, United Auto Group, Pulte Homes, Taubman Cente...
This is only a smalllist of shops and even though they are listed here, their info is brief. Make sure to check out the district articles for more. 1. 42.3492-83.042051 Eastern Market, 2934 Russell St. M-Sa 7AM - 5PM. Historic Farmers Market. 2. 42.32754-83.057032 John K. King Books, 901 W. Lafayette, ☏ +1 313-961-0622. One of the best used booksto...
Vernor's Ginger Ale, created by Detroit pharmacist James Vernor, shares the distinction as America's oldest soft drink with Hires Root Beer. A local favorite, Detroiters pour Vernor's over ice cream (this drink is called a "Boston Cooler" in reference to Boston Blvd. in Detroit, not the city in Massachusetts). Also try Faygo soft drinks, another fo...
Detroit is a lively city with a fascinating history and an exciting future, rapidly becoming a must-visit destination in the USA. Nicknamed 'Motor City', it's best known as the birthplace of the modern automobile, with visitors flocking to the infamous Henry Ford Experience.
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Detroit is the largest city in the U.S. state of Michigan and the seat of Wayne County. It is located in southeastern Michigan on the Detroit River opposite the city of Windsor, Ontario, Canada. The Detroit River connects Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair, contributing to the city's important role as a major port city.
Campus Martius Park. Detroit. This public space in the heart of Detroit's downtown is the perfect spot to while away a sunny afternoon. A fountain dots the middle, surrounded by… Belle Isle Park. Detroit. Pretty Belle Isle floats in the Detroit River.
Detroit, City (pop., 2020: 639,111), largest in Michigan, U.S. Located on the Detroit River and founded by the French in 1701, it became a trading centre for the Great Lakes region. It surrendered to the British during the French and Indian War, then came under U.S. control in 1796.
