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Michigan Places

Michigan is home to a diverse range of communities, from major metropolitan centers and historic industrial cities to rural townships, coastal villages, and island communities.

This section of Michipedia documents Michigan's cities, villages, townships, counties, unincorporated communities, and notable geographic locations.

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* Cities * Villages * Townships * Counties * Unincorporated Communities * Islands * Regions * Historic Places

Mackinac Island

Located in the Straits of Mackinac, Mackinac Island is one of Michigan's most recognizable destinations. Known for its preserved Victorian architecture, horse-drawn transportation, and strategic role in Great Lakes history, the island remains one of the state's most visited historic locations.

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Major Cities

* Detroit * Grand Rapids * Warren * Sterling Heights * Lansing * Ann Arbor * Flint * Kalamazoo * Saginaw * Traverse City

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Counties of Michigan

Michigan consists of 83 counties, ranging from large urban population centers to remote forested and agricultural regions.

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Regions of Michigan

* Upper Peninsula * Northern Lower Michigan * West Michigan * Mid-Michigan * Southeast Michigan * Thumb Region * Southwest Michigan * Straits of Mackinac Region

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Recently Added Places

* Mackinac Island * Interlochen * Traverse City * Sault Ste. Marie

* Geography * History * Landmarks & Historic Sites * Transportation * Arts & Culture

Michipedia seeks to document every Michigan community—from the largest cities to the smallest villages—in order to preserve the historical and cultural record of the Great Lakes State.