Detroit
Rock City
General Information
Other Name: The Motor City, District: Michigan, State: Mid West, United States of America
Area: 143 square miles
Languages Spoken: English
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Detroit is the largest city in the U.S. state of Michigan.Detroit is a major port city on the Detroit River, in the Midwest region of the United States.It is known as the world`s traditional automotive center "Detroit" is a metonym for the American automobile industry and an important source of popular music, legacies celebrated by the city`s two familiar nicknames, The Motor City and Motown.In 2007, Detroit ranked as the United States eleventh most populous city.Dubbed the Motor City, Detroit has numerous tourist attractions related to this facet of its heritage, most notably the Henry Ford Museum, but this is far from all it has to offer in terms of sightseeing possibilities.Detroit is filled with cultural, historical and entertainment attractions and is well-known for its sports stadiums, casinos and ethnic districts.Location
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An island in the river laid out with beautiful parkland, hiking trails, sports facilities and other attractions, including an Aquarium (freshwater fishes), a Safari Zoo, a Botanical Museum and the Dossin Great Lakes Museum.
The Detroit Institute of Arts displays a representative cross-section of man''s artistic creation from the earliest cultures to the present day. Its strong points are the art of China; the art and culture of the Near East and classical antiquity; works of art, arms and armor of medieval Europe; and American art and culture.
Boasting a plethora of high-tech gadgets, gimmicks and displays, the Detroit Science Center is filled with hands-on entertainment and promotes learning the interactive way. In addition to the countless interactive exhibits, the center encompasses a gargantuan IMAX theater featuring a range of enthralling shows for more fascinating fun.
Detroit Zoo is one of America`s best zoos and was established in 1928 as the first of its kind to introduce the concept of uncaged animal exhibits, using natural barriers as a means of enclosure. The sizeable zoo area encompasses a vast selection of animals including a large number of endangered species and even a couple that are actually extinct in the wild. Attractions at Detroit Zoo include the Arctic Ring of Life, the globe`s most extensive display of polar bears in captivity; Penguin House; Elephant House; a great apes exhibit; and an enchanting butterfly and hummingbird garden that will keep your kids amused for hours.
Multi-towered skyscraper is the tallest building in Detroit that features an observation tower on the 72nd floor.
Detroit`s most notable and noticeable landmark is a multi-cylindrical architectural feat crafted of gleaming black glass. Constructed as part of the effort to stimulate new interest in the aging downtown city region, this distinctive structure has a striking, multiple-cylindrical design that houses the General Motors world headquarters, as well as a profusion of shops, movie theaters, banks and restaurants. This is one of Detroit`s most popular tourist attractions and is a must for all keen shoppers and fans of architecture.