What to see in Washington, District Of Columbia
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“All men are created free and equal” inscribed on the south wall of the Lincoln monument, we're in Washington D.C.
by Washington D.C. is best known as the Nation’s capital. The city itself is like a gigantic museum with world re-knowned landmarks including the White House, U.S Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, the Smithsonian Institution and the National Gallery of Art.
This majestic city can be yours to view almost for free, as many of the monuments and parks are accessible at no cost. Visitors each year make an attempt to visit the city when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom this adds a softer side to the city, which has always been better know for it’s politics.
Washington D.C. is not as swank or trendy as New York or San Francisco, it draws it's visitors who are interested in the history of this nation. There's a monument or memorial on almost every street corner, go ahead and explore this city and enjoy your visit to the nation's capital!
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Washington History
In 1791, President George Washington chose the land that is now the District of Columbia to be the nation’s capital. Plans for the new federal city were made and many of the federal buildings were completed; however, the city was not quick to grow because of a lack of cooperation by the neighboring landowners and also by investors responsible for building up the city. In December of 1799 President Washington passed away but Congress still met in their new permanent home for the first time a year later. During Thomas Jefferson’s presidency, society in Washington grew at the hands of future First-Lady Dolly Madison whose husband was... Read more »
Recent reviews for Washington
City of the cherry blossom - Mar 7, 2008, by lindamura
Population: 571,822 Major Airports: Washington D.C. National Airport (DCA), Dulles International Airport (IAD), Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). When to Go: Spring is the best time to visit this city as the cherry blossoms... Read more »
What to visit in Washington - Feb 22, 2006, by travelgrove-editor
Washington D.C. is best known as the Nation's capital. The city itself is like a gigantic museum with world re-knowned landmarks including the White House, U.S Capitol, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, the Smithsonian Institution and... Read more »
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