Lansing : Michigan

Lansing the capital of Michigan was built in 1879 and restored between 1989 and 1992 makes it a must see destination for visitors.
Lansing is also known as the Car Capital of North America and is the birthplace of Oldsmobile founded in 1897. Today, more cars are produced in Lansing (over 400,000 each year) than any other city on the continent.
The quality of education in Lansing is that of a very high one with the presence of the Big Ten School, and Michigan State University. With its student population of over 40,000 each year, Michigan State University’s park-like campus provides a unique visiting excursion for touring glorious gardens, museums and more.
Lansing enjoys a climate that has a mix of both continental and semi-marine.

With strong winds from the Great Lakes, the weather turns semi-marine. When little or no wind is present, the weather becomes continental, producing pronounced fluctuations in temperature. Average annual snowfall in Lansing is about 49 inches. Tornadoes occur occasionally, as do thunder and wind storms. Floods are also common with the area facing floods once in three years.

Area: 35.24 square miles (2000)

Elevation: 880 feet above sea level

Latitude: 42.72 N

Longitude: 84.55 W

Average Temperatures: January, 22° F; July, 71° F; annual average, 48° F

Average Annual Precipitation: 30.8 inches of rain, 48.9 inches of snow

Population: 115,518 as on 2005

Attractions:

    * Michigan Historical Center
    * Impression 5 Science Museum
    * Michigan Museum of Surveying
    * R.E. Olds Museum

Festivals:

    * Apple Butter Festival
    * Old Town Bluesfest