Michigan is a scenic destination bordered by four of the five Great Lakes . It also has two national parks, one of which is a Lake Superior national park that's home to a "phantom island. " Aside from its natural beauty, the state also boasts a rich history, particularly in its largest city, Detroit . It was the center of the American automotive industry and the birthplace of the Motown sound.
But in the mid-20th century, the promising Metro Detroit region suffered an economic decline that led to the city of Detroit's municipal bankruptcy in 2013. It was the biggest in U.S. history by debt of $18–20 billion. Fortunately, the city, along with the 200 municipalities in the surrounding area, has shown major recovery since.
It's best seen in Metro Detroit's "Beverly Hills"—the city of