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Bangor is located along the edge of the Penobscot River. Home to 150,000+ people, Bangor is a lively city that began as a hub for the lumber and shipbuilding industries. Thanks to the Penobscot River, lumber workers could easily transport logs between main cities along the river's edge. Today, Bangor has evolved to become the center of the pulp and paper industry in Maine.
The town is a prime destination for adventure-seekers since it is surrounded by thick woods, vast waterways, and mountains that receive snow in the winter months. Bangor is also home to a massive casino that houses a 7-story hotel and more than 1,000 slot machines.
Bangor weekend itinerary at a glance:
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Do: | Bangor Farmers Market, Zillman Art Museum, Maine Discovery Museum |
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Bangor is 2 hours from Portland, Maine.
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