Here are some basic Detroit Facts

The Guardian BuildingHere you can find out some basic Detroit Facts to become more knowledegable about the Motor City. Some of these may be things you already know, and some may be things you never knew or expected to know about Detroit. Here are some basic Detroit Facts:

Nicknames For Detroit

Detroit can commonly and frequently known by the following names:
  • The Motor City
  • Motown
  • Paris of the Midwest
  • The "D"
  • Hockeytown
  • Day-twah (the original french pronunciation of the word Detroit)

Some basic facts about Detroit

  • It was founded in 1701 by the frenchman Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac
  • It is right across the river from Windsor, Ontario and the gateway of the Ambassador bridge to both sides is the busiest American/Canadian border crossing in the country
  • Population is about 850,000
  • The city has a total square area of 143 square miles
  • Detroit is the only American city along the Canadian border in which you have to travel south in order to get to it.
  • The architecture in Detroit is some of the best in the country
  • People who live in Detroit, are called Detroiters
  • Temperature ranges from below zero in the winter, to upwards of 100 degrees in the summer

Introduction and more things about Detroit

A basic intro on the city of Detroit and what to look forward to. Click here to find out more.

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History of Detroit, Michigan

Find out Detroit's humble beginnings from the time it was founded, all the way into the auto industry days to where it is now.

Getting to Detroit

Detroit is just as accessible as any other major American city. Find out the most reliable methods for you to get to the city. Click here to find out more about getting to Detroit.

Getting around Detroit

In order to see the many Detroit attractions and eat at some of the best Detroit restaurants, good transportation is a must. Find out which are the best method for getting around Detroit to see everything here.

Detroit Weather

Detroit weather can be crazy at times, but regardless of whether or not it's winter or summer, don't let the temps deter you from seeing all there is to see in the city. Click here to find out more about Detroit Weather.

Detroit Movies

Detroit has become a hotbed for films recently. Here are some films that were either filmed in Detroit, set in Detroit, or both. Click here to find out more about Detroit Movies.


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