MaineThe state of Maine, located on the very north of U. S. Atlantic coast is relatively sparsely populated, but thickly covered with forests - a perfect place for nature lovers |
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Bar HarborEach year around 3 millions tourists arrive in Bar Harbor to explore this historical town, to sail around the adjacent Frenchman bay and to rest in scenic Acadia National Park |
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BathThe town of Bath, situated on the Kennebeck river, has a long maritime history. Here is located a major American shipyard, founded as long ago as 1884, which builds Navy warships |
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EastportEastport is a small seaport on the Moose Island, the most eastern city of US; connected to the mainland by causeway of 360 m length; fine non-freezing bay; fish and lumber trade |
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Desert of MaineThe unique Desert of Maine is a 40-acre tract of exposed glacial silt (a sand-like substance, but not actually sand) in a pine forest near the town of Freeport |
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Maine lobsterMain is celebrated for its excellent lobsters, which are found in abundance in the coastal waters of the state and form an essential part of traditional local cuisine |
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Moosehead LakeThe picturesque Moosehead Lake with its 80 islands, situated in the woody Longfellow Mountains, is the largest lake in Maine; today the area is being turned into an elite tourist zone |
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Mount KatahdinMount Katahdin, situated in Baxter State Park, is the highest mountain in Maine; it is the northern terminus of the famous Appalachian Trail and the most popular hiking destination |