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EXPERIENCE DETROIT Attractions
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Uniquely Detroit
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What truly defines Detroit
you ask? See the list below. It contains some of the unique places and
recognizable landmarks inherent to the city's history, cultural fabric, and personality. It's our attempt at giving you Detroit in a
nutshell. Click on the links to learn
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The division between The majestic gateway to our Canadian
friends to the north -- wait, we mean south (check your map…)! The dawn of the automobile
and of the modern industrial age occurred right here in A fantastic, multi-faceted
park in the middle of the 70 years of the finest in
potato chips and other snack products. An ice cream soda drink made
from Vernors and Vanilla ice cream and named after Boston Boulevard in Detroit. Once considered the heart of
the City. Now resurrected with
tremendous redevelopment. The way Detroiters gobble up
coneys, you would think they were invented here. An
internationally acclaimed center of education, art, and science in beautiful
Bloomfield Hills. 43-acre open-air bazaar
founded in 1841. Multi-flavored soda that
became immensely popular when its television commercial theme song hit #3 on
the pop charts. An art-deco masterpiece of
the Detroit skyline with an illuminated golden tower seen for miles at night. An often-misinterpreted
true-to-scale memorial to legendary Detroit boxer Joe Louis. The automotive industrial
complex that ushered in mass production on a never-before-seen scale. Detroit's
exquisitely-restored theatre gem and National Historic Landmark. The City's
riverfront gathering place at the foot of Woodward. Junkyard or incredibly
creative artwork? You decide. Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village Considered by some to be
" Defined The legendary gym founded by
Emmanuel Steward and launching pad for some of boxing's greatest fighters. Often described as "an
American castle," Meadow Brook Hall and its beautiful grounds are
astounding. Detroit molded a unique
sound and was the springboard to success for a generation of performers. Christmas is celebrated
year-round in this delightful 21-acre village full of specialty shops. National Historic Landmark
nationally renowned for its tile and pottery in unique glazes. Delicious Polish favorite
guaranteed to add to your waistline.
Find them in Hamtramck
on Fat Tuesday. Luscious hot fudge and
chocolate treats. A Sculpture off
Woodward Avenue that inspires and encourages through its celebration of
liberty. Infectious music
featuring electronic sounds and a driving beat originated in Detroit and now
a worldwide phenomenon. Towne Club Rumor has it
this multi-flavored soda that came in a wooden case may be back in
production. Click here if you know any details! Our nation's oldest
soda. A unique version of ginger ale
originated during the Civil War. National Scenic Byway that
dissects the City and stretches all the way to Pontiac. World's Largest
Tire and Nail You can't miss
this Detroit giant display along I-94 a few miles east of Detroit Metro
Airport. |
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