Download or read book South Bend (Indiana) - Wink Travel Guide written by Wink Travel Wink Travel Guide and published by . This book was released on 2019-09-20 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: South Bend is in Northern Indiana. The city's name is drawn from the fact that it's situated on the southernmost bend in the St. Joseph River. South Bend is the home of the University of Notre Dame, but is also the former home of many large companies such as Studebaker, Oliver Chilled Plow, and Singer. The old Studebaker plant and surrounding area, now called Ignition Park, is being redeveloped as a technology center to attract new industry. Wink Travel Guides introduce you to the best world travel destinations, in a clear and concise way, illustrated by photos.