Maineis astateinNew England, in theUnited States. Maine is the39th most extensiveand the42nd most populousof the50 U.S. states. It is bordered byNew Hampshireto the west, theAtlantic Oceanto the east, and theCanadianprovinces ofNew BrunswickandQuebecto the east and north, respectively.It is known for its jagged, rocky coastline; low, rolling mountains; heavily forested interior, and picturesque waterways; and also its seafood cuisine, especiallyclamsandlobster. There is acontinentalclimatethroughout the state, even in coastal areas such as its most populous city ofPortland.The capital isAugusta.