By William Stanto
Introduction
A brief overview of famous Washington, DC, landmarks that shouldn't be missed, like the White...
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Completed in 1884, the Washington Monument is one of the most iconic landmarks of Washington...
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The White House has the most famous address in the world - 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue...
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Built in honor of the 16th American President, Abraham Lincoln, the Lincoln Memorial is among...
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Among the many famous monuments in Washington, DC, the Jefferson Memorial may be the most...
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There are many important buildings in Washington, DC, but none like the U.S. Capitol building...
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In 1982, artist Maya Lin conceptualized a bold 246-foot black granite wall engraved with the...
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The most sensitive of the presidential monuments in Washington, DC, is the FDR Memorial. Bronze...
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Nineteen stainless steel soldiers advance through the trees, making the Korean War Memorial one of...
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The National Mall tops this Washington, DC, landmarks list as it contains all of the...
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One of the most famous places in Washington, DC, is the Reflecting Pool. 2,030 feet...
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With so many historical sites in Washington, DC, the MLK Memorial is one of the...
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Spanning over 639 acres, Arlington Cemetery has been the final resting place for soldiers killed...
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Adjacent to the National Mall, this emotional museum provides a compelling interpretation of Holocaust history...
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Called the "Nation's Attic," the Smithsonian spans over 19 museums, 21 libraries, nine research centers...
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Washington, DC's Spy Museum is an interactive exploration of the history and tradecraft of modern...
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One of the most famous galleries in the United States is the National Portrait Gallery...
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Another outstanding Smithsonian attraction in DC is the National Museum of Natural History. Opened in...
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The National Museum of Women in the Arts houses a vast collection of works by...
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Another of the many famous buildings in Washington, DC, is the Washington National Cathedral. Built...
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The National Gallery of Art is another renowned attraction located on the National Mall. It...
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Dupont Circle is a vibrant neighborhood in central DC. It has outstanding bars, eateries, and...
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One of the most important places in Washington, DC, that you can visit is the...
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The official research library of the United States Congress is the Library of Congress. It...
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One of the most important buildings in Washington, DC, is the Pentagon. Construction of this...
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Opened in 1863, Ford's Theatre is another of the buildings in Washington, DC, with a...
Conclusion
This list covered the most famous Washington, DC, sites and attractions. However, it has not...
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