A visual representation displaying settlements along the state’s shoreline, the resource in question illustrates geographical relationships between communities and marine features. These cartographic tools typically highlight roadways, landmarks, and points of interest pertinent to navigation and tourism along the Atlantic seaboard. For example, a detailed version might depict distances between towns like Kennebunkport and Bar Harbor, alongside locations of lighthouses and harbors.
Such resources are instrumental for planning travel, understanding regional demographics, and studying coastal geography. Their utility extends to aiding in economic development initiatives, conservation efforts, and historical research. Historically, these visualizations have evolved from hand-drawn charts used by mariners to sophisticated digital interfaces accessible to a broad audience.
