The seat of the world's greatest democracy reflects that greatness in the architecture and distinction of its many government buildings, moving memorials, and awesome monuments. But there are also great and historic neighborhoods to explore, the to-die-for blooming cherry trees of the Tidal Basin, and an impressive array of parks and gardens, including the newly renovated Conservatory of the Botanic Gardens on the majestic National Mall. This section provides an introduction to some of the District's finest.
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- Washington DC Historic Buildings
- Many individuals of prominence have lived and worked in DC, and many historic homes and other buildings are now open to the public.
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- Washington DC Houses of Government
- Centrally located around the National Mall are the three federal branches of government: the Capitol Building, the Supreme Court, and the White House.
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- Washington DC Monuments & Memorials
- As the home of democracy, America has much to commemorate in its short history. Signing the famous Declaration of Independence and writing the historic Constitution, yes.
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- Washington DC Museums
- Washington, D.C. is the home to many important and prestigious museums chronicling the nation’s history as well as featuring world-class art, and many are free to visit.
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- Washington DC Parks & Gardens
- The capital devotes one full quarter of its precious land to parks, and its mild winters and hot humid summers, along with the fertile shores of the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers, support a wide range of plant life.
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- Washington DC Places of Interest
- Because of its position as a capital city, many of DC's most interesting places are prefaced with the word "national" -- the National Mall, the National Archives, the National Zoological Park...but there are many, many other impressive and meaningful places to visit as well.
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