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You would think it’d be difficult to look good on your 177th birthday, but somehow, Michigan made it look easy.

But don’t take our word for it: Check out these three reasons ­– and corresponding stunning photo evidence – why we love Michigan.

1. The natural beauty is abundant, stretching as far as the eye can see. From lakes and beaches to forests and orchards — not to mention the world’s longest freshwater coastline — there are plenty of sights to behold in Michigan. And with views like these, how can you resist?

2. There’s no pretense in The Great Lakes State ­– it’s all authenticity, no matter where your travels within Michigan take you. What you see is what you get, which is pretty spectacular when you consider these sights.

3. Michigan offers an amazing number of experiences jam-packed into one state. Awe-inspiring coastlines, horseback riding, dog sledding, golfing and spectator sports — they’re all here under one big, beautiful roof.

Why do you love Michigan? Let us know in the comments!

(All images courtesy of Pure Michigan)

About the author

Marissa WillmanMarissa Willman earned a bachelor's degree in journalism before downsizing her life into two suitcases for a teaching gig in South Korea. Seoul was her home base for two years of wanderlusting throughout six countries in Asia. In 2011, Marissa swapped teaching for travel writing and now calls Southern California home.

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