While that couldn't be further from the truth, did you know that Detroit is not the capital, but the beautiful city of Lansing is? With so much nature around, it is no wonder that Michigan's small-town scene shines brighter than its cities, where Detroit is portrayed as a gassed-up industry site. Home and roaming grounds for Tim Allen, Madonna, and Henry Ford, Michigan is famous for many things, like the four of the five Great Lakes.