Augusta is the capital of Maine and the ninth-largest city in the state. Situated along the Kennebec River, Augusta's origins stretch back to the early 1600s. However, the city didn't grow into the bustling place that it is today until the 19th century.

Some of the most prominent tourist attractions in the city include the historic Blaine House, the Lithgow Public Library, the Maine State Museum, the Capitol Building, and the Holocaust and Human Rights Center of Maine located at the University of Maine at Augusta. The city also offers plenty of options for shopping, entertainment, lodging, restaurants, and outdoor recreation.

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