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MAINE
The Maine Coast and Lighthouse
Maine is the Pine Tree State. It is in the northeast corner of
the United States and is known for its chilly winters. Maine has no lack
of scenic beauty, with over 5,000 miles of coastline, including the shoreline of
3,166 off-shore islands. Maine has 32,000 miles of rivers and streams, and 6,000
Lakes and Ponds. Most of the lobsters harvested in the States comes from
Maine. The largest city in Maine is Portland, and the capital of Maine is
Augusta.
State Symbol Map
State Flag
The Pine Tree State
The Capital
Portland
Maine Lighthouse
West Quoddy Head Lighthouse Did you know ...
Maine is known for its lighthouses. The
Portland Head Lighthouse is the oldest lighthouse in the state. It goes
back to 1791. The West Quoddy Head Lighthouse is on the easternmost point
of the continental United States. Its bold red- and-white horizontal
stripes makes it
easily recognizable. In total there are 57 active lighthouses in the state of
Maine. These beautiful structures are becoming less common due to the
expense to maintain them, and modern navigational tools.
Portland Head Lighthouse
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