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Tourist Spots in Washington D.C
Washington
Washington D.C is the capital city of the United States of America. Washington was founded on 16th of July, 1790. Washington was originally a separate city within the municipality of the District of Columbia. Then later on it was merged to one single area called Washington D.C or Washington District City.
Attractions in Washington D.C
National Air and Space Museum
The National Air and Space Museum houses many aircrafts that was in service from the first flights that were made by Wright Brothers to the latest inventions. This museum is a real treat for the people who are fond of aero planes. This museum is also open for educational purposes. It also has an IMAX theatre that screens movies about the planes.
National Zoo
The National Zoo in Washington is one among the most visited tourist spots in the US. It is one of the finest zoos in the world. Frederick Law Olmsted was the architect for this zoo. It was completed in the year 1889 and was open to public ever since.
National mall
The National Mall spreads over 3 miles of land from the US capital building to the banks of the Potomac River and serves as the central hub for the tourists from all over the place. All the tourist activities are centered here. It is covered with green trees that line from front to back. This is also the site for many great memorials like the monuments and memorials of Roosevelt, Washington and Jefferson.
White House
The White House in the Washington has served as the President’s residence since the year 1800. The American flag is raised in its building whenever the president is present. It is located on the banks of the national mall.
The White House has seen many new changes as the Presidents installed new things according to their own wish and taste. For instance, President Clinton added a jog track and a hot tub and likewise many new things were installed during different presidents.
National Gallery of Art
The National Gallery of Art is housed inside two buildings i.e. the west and the east buildings. These two buildings make really a stunning look. This gallery is considered to be the best art gallery in the entire North America.
This gallery houses many stunning collections of the sculptures, graphics and paintings of the west. It has collections from the very old time to the 20th century. The main highlight of this museum is the collection of the masterpieces that are displayed in a gallery that is arranged country wise.
This Art Gallery also had new addition of the 20th century art collections that are housed inside a glass walled triangular structure. This place is a must visit for the art lovers.