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Despite supporting a metropolitan area population of over 4.5 million, Detroit is a very livable city with easy commutes from any of the southeast Michigan cities. The Detroit metropolitan area combines downtown night life and cultural events with the numerous outdoor activities of the Great Lake State.
Michigan's varied geography is defined by the Great Lakes, and by the hundreds of smaller lakes that dot communities just a short drive from downtown Detroit. Hiking, camping, boating and swimming are popular activities in Michigan’s many state parks, along with downhill and cross country skiing.
Detroit is an important cultural center, with a full, year-round schedule of concerts by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, theater and opera performances, and a wide range of other musical events. Venues range from small clubs to large arenas and lawn concerts. Detroit is home to a number of impressive museum collections, including the Detroit Institute of Arts, the Henry Ford Museum, and Greenfield Village.
Detroit's professional sports teams enjoy a huge following of loyal fans. All the professional sports are represented, and add much to the fabric of life in Detroit during their respective seasons. Annual special events include "Thunder on the River" hydroplane boat races and the International freedom festival, a celebration and fireworks display on the Detroit River jointly hosted by the United States and Canada. If you enjoy eating out before taking in a show or sporting event, Detroit is the place to be. Virtually every type of cuisine is represented in Detroit-area restaurants. Greektown, Mexican Village, Eastern Market, and award-winning five star restaurants are just a few of the options.
If you consider shopping a sporting activity, Detroit will keep you busy. With local shopping districts, outlet shopping, outdoor markets and numerous malls, all tastes are accommodated.
Housing in the metropolitan Detroit region is economical, with a wide range of affordable and conveniently located apartments, condominiums, and single family homes. Detroit offers the best of both worlds: the cultural diversity of a large urban center, and the outdoor recreational activities of an area endowed with great scenic beauty.
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