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The Magic of Maine
Bangor is the third-largest city in Maine and has a history beyond that of the United States. Believed to have been discovered in 1524 by a Portuguese named Esteban Gomez, then Champlain in 1605; the site was originally occupied by the Penobscot Indians. Because of the interests of the French and eventually English, it was one of the last areas to become part of New England. Many of these Penobscot Indians still occupy a nearby reservation. It is the county seat for Penobscot and a large center for commercial and cultural activities for eastern and northern Maine. It has also been home to the Senior League series since 2002.
In 1875, Bangor began to become a large lumber port and began to tout itself as the "lumber capital of the world. Most of the lumber was sent to Boston and New York; until the gold rush and then the lumber was shipped to the west coast. Towns like Bangor, Washington; Bangor, California and Little Bangor, Nevada grew up as a result of this influence. Because of the logging boom, many beautiful homes were built in and around Bangor. It became known as the "Queen City of the East" because of its beauty. Besides being known for its lumber, Bangor became known for its sale of moccasins and by the late nineteenth century was shipping over a 100,000 pairs.
One small noteworthy item is that the term "Republican" was first used by a congressman named Isreal Washburn Jr. in 1854. The state fair is over 150 years old and one of the oldest in the country. It is held on the last Friday of July and has all the usual attractions associated with a fair.
The city was host to the American Folk Festival in 2002-2004 and then created its own annual event by the riverside. The annual book festival in Bangor is host to many well known writers, including one of its most famous residents; Stephen King.
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Tours in Bangor
With many opportunities to visit the many museums, art galleries and boutique shops in Bangor, it is also a great escape for the adventurer. The city still has many woodlands, streams and the river to hold anyone's interest for as long as they care to investigate. The architecture is beautiful having much of the city rebuild after the great fire in 1911. There are many old lumber mills, as well as paper mills that have been converted into unique shops and apartments. One great place to visit is the Stephen King house to see one of the homes this great writer haunts during his hours of writing. Bangor is the only city in the state to boast of a casino. There are many tours starting in the city that lead out into the countryside offering many outdoor activities.
The area is in the midst of extraordinarily beautiful scenery; besides the Penobscot River, are awesome lakes, unbelievably intense mountains and just about the best fall foliage that you will ever see. With Bangor and its beauty as your base, you can explore the state. The Maine Highlands contain some of the most inspiring natural beauty you will experience on your visit. Six regions are in the highlands; Katahdin, Moosehead Lake, Piscataquis River Valley, Greater Bangor, Lincoln Lakes and Sebasticook Valley. These areas will give you a whole new meaning for sightseeing. The affordable hotels, camps, lodges, motels and camping areas are a vista for sights and sounds you can only experience in Maine. Watch raccoons running around in the night after food, bears running through the woods and if you are one on the lucky ones, or unlucky, depending upon your circumstances; a moose. Bangor Museum and Center for History conducts tours each summer for people to see the "Best of Bangor".
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Things to do in Bangor Maine
Set in the central part of Maine, you have a gateway to becoming an explorer, fisherman, hiker, biker, and historian. The white water canoeing is some of the best on the east coast. Trails abound everywhere, some as old as the state, ready for you to go trailblazing on bikes, in boots or try the local moccasins. An hour away in Bar Harbor are some of the most lavish mansions on the east coast with mountains, rivers, streams and the rockiest coastline you will ever walk. Try swimming in this ocean even during the hotter months and I am sure you won't last long. Arcadia National Park located here, is the second most visited park in the country. The rock hound will love the many areas to search for rare stones, as well as finding some old arrowheads. The state is famous for its lobsters and anywhere you travel you will find the most delicious meat you've tasted. Clams, salmon, trout and more! The cuisine is as varied as the state is bountiful. Imagine yourself beside a beautiful serene lake, the loons calling out to each in the early morning mist, waiting for a lake trout to give your fishing line a good yank. Or going blueberrying in many of the thicket areas. Watch out for bear tracks. Many kinds of trees, paths, streams and scenery. No one should have time to become bored or to lack any number of activities to keep them busy all day and night. The public library was started in 1883, with just seven books found in an old footlocker (in 1830) and today holds well over half a million copies and the circulation rate is one of the highest in the country. There are numerous museums, one being the University of Maine Museum of Art with over 6500 pieces, including some from Andrew Wyeth. The symphony, formed in 1896, is the oldest continuing one in the United States.
Bangor is home to many famous people and many who were born here. Hannibal Hamlin, Abraham Lincoln's vice president is one such of these individuals. There are many others who's homes you will be able to visit and see will keep you busy for many more days. If you are coming to Bangor, then plan on a long visit.
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