The history of Detroit can be traced back to the 17th century, when the region was occupied by Odawa, Huron, Potawatomi, and Iroquois people. The area now known as Detroit was known as Waawiiyaataanong, meaning "where the water curves." The first recorded trace of Europeans in the region was in the 1630s when they were at war with the Iroquois people. Negotiations eventually took place between the Europeans and Iroquois people, which led to the Crown policy limiting settlements between west of the Alleghenies and the Great Lakes. French colonists renamed the city "le Detroit du lac Erie" meaning the strait of Lake Eris. On the 24th of July 1701, French explorer Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac and several others constructed a small fort on the north bank of Detroit River and named it "Fort Pontchartrain du Detroit". Detroit was the capital of Michigan as a territory and as a state between 1805 and 1847.

Dining
Are you a food explorer? If you are, Detroit is the place to call home. Detroit has a very diverse food scene. Have you heard about Detroit's famous Coney hot dogs? A Detroit staple is hot dogs in a bun topped with savory meat sauce, chili sauce, white onions, and other toppings. How about you get involved in the American Coney Island vs Lafayette Coney Island rivalry by trying out both and giving your verdict.

Having a hankering for Mexican food? Take a trip to Mexicantown for some of the best Latin American foods outside Mexico. There are also other great food options in Detroit, such as the Polish fare at restaurants in Hamtramck or the amazing ramen at Johnny Noodle King. Another popular food spot is Belle Isle, which is where Detroiters flock to in the summer to enjoy the city's best barbecue.

Sport
If you have a thing for sports, Detroit is the place to buy a house. While the Detroit Pistons, who play basketball in the Eastern Conference League, might be the most supported team, the Redwings have undoubtedly been giving fans the most joy in recent times. The Redwings, who play in the National Hockey League, have won the Stanley Cup eleven times. The Detroit Pistons, on the other hand, have been wallowing close to the bottom of the Eastern Conference league in recent seasons. The Detroit Tigers, who play in Major league Baseball, are the third professional sports team in the city, and they play their home games at Comerica Park.

Casino
Want to experience a slice of Vegas without actually going to Vegas? Detroit is home to numerous world-class casinos that can go toe to toe with the ones in Vegas. While the casino culture in Detroit might not be as pronounced as that of Vegas, you will still experience great gambling atmospheres at centers such as MGM and Greektown Casino in the city.

Events and Festivals
Have a thing for music festivals? Detroiters love parties, and the city has festivals lined up all year round to satisfy its residents' party cravings. Detroit has three major music festivals which attract some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry. Dates for music festivals such as Mo Pop Festival, Movement Electronic Music Festival, and Detroit Jazz Festival should be noted in your diary. These are festivals you can't afford to miss. There are also other festivals such as Movement and Woodward Dream Cruise. The Auto show, which showcases some of the world's best vehicles at the Cobo Hall every January, is another event that attracts many visitors to the city.