Michigan Travel OverviewMichigan is the only state that borders on four of the five Great Lakes. The state has the peculiar shape of a mitten and residents can often be seen raising their open right hand and pointing to where they live. Michigan actually consists of two big peninsulas; joined at the top by I-75 and the Mackinac Bridge. The topography of the Lower Peninsula consists of low rolling hills giving way to a northern tableland of hilly belts. The Upper Peninsula is level in the east; with swampy areas; the western region is higher and more rugged. On the shores of the great lakes you find many attractions: Apostle Islands; Pictured Rocks; Sleeping Bear; Isle Royale are all national lakeshores. Lansing is the capital of Michigan but Detroit is the biggest city. Detroit is the car capital of the world. The Sloan Museum; the Henry Ford museum; and the Automotive Hall of Fame celebrate this role. Popular Destinations
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