Maine is well-known for the craggy coast and beautiful water landscapes. And one thing that goes along with that are the many lighthouses dotting the coast. They each come with incredible history, but some of the best have some truly unique mysteries. This York lighthouse offers a pretty cool fun fact that we think most people don’t know about. And if you’re a space-lover you’ll be even more interested!

One of the most notable attractions in Maine is Nubble Light House in York.
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Built in 1879 the 41-foot light sits 88 feet above sea level.
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And while most people know about Nubble because it's considered the most photographed in the world, there's another thing that makes it special. Did you know it has a fun tie to the space program?
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Back in 1977 photos of the light were sent into space aboard the Voyager II. NASA chose the lighthouse because it represented the quintessential American lighthouse.
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While we're not entirely sure what the purpose was, we like to think about life forms seeing the photo and believing that Maine is the best place on earth!
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And if the photo didn't do it, a quick visit to the light around the holidays all lit up will certainly convince them. Just like it convinces every tourist who sees it.
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If you had a chance to share something that represents Maine to those in outer space, what would you choose? Let us know in the comments on Facebook!

Interested in seeing other examples of Maine’s maritime world? This lighthouse road trip on the Maine coast is dreamily beautiful!

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