Washington, DC Travel Guide

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With its impressive monuments and museums, its stately government buildings and mansions, Washington DC is easily recognizable as the United State's capital city. The city is mainly based on government and everything from museums to mansions bring millions of tourists each year. Washington DC is the second most visited city in the United States (after … Read Washington, DC introduction

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Lincoln Memorial

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Located at the west end of the National Mall , the Lincoln Memorial is a principal landmark of the city. It offers magnificent views of the city from several vantage points. Daniel Chester French's 19-foot statue of Lincoln seated and deep …
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Frederick Douglass National Historic Site
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National Gallery of Art
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National World War II Memorial
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Mount Vernon

Grand Hyatt Washington

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One of Washington's most stylish hotels, the Grand Hyatt is the ultimate in luxury and convenience. Whether you are bringing the whole family to check out …
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The Madison, a Loews Hotel
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The Hay-Adams Hotel
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Willard InterContinental Hotel
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Morrison-Clark Inn

Aditi

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Aditi, a delightful Indian restaurant in the city's popular Georgetown district serves both dine-in and take-away lunch and dinner. The curries are flavorful and tend to be a bit spicier than average. The tasty preparations are served …
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Ireland's Four Provinces
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Bombay Club
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Oval Room (The)
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i visited Washington,Lots to see and the thing that surprised me is that with the vast number of tourist the the museums shut at 5, not enough time to see everything but did take in a lot of the ... more

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Introduction

If civic politics is the American religion, then Washington DC is the nation's holy city. White houses, capital and pentagonal buildings, supreme courts - these monumental Lego shrines are rarefied with real power. A patriotic combination of history and histrionics: BYO wiretap.

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Not to miss

National Gallery of Art This author has fond memories of getting lost amid the National Gallery of Art's exotic treasures as a kid. She'll never forget the way it felt to stand tiny next to Alexander Calder's massive child-like mobile. Made from cutouts of the brightest primary colors and set in a …

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Facts for the Traveller

Population : 570000 Area : 170km² Longitude / Latitude : -77.03637 / 38.89511 Currency : US Dollar (USD) Weights & Measures system : Imperial

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Getting there & Getting around

Getting there DC is serviced by three major airports: Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Amtrak trains will get you to DC - Union Station is Amtrak's 'flagship' station, and …

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History

Recent History The nineties saw Washington fall into a disarray from which recovery has been slow. Mayor Marion Barry was videotaped smoking crack and the city was nicknamed the 'Murder Capital' as gang warfare became common on the streets. However, under the more low-key Mayor Williams, …

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Weather

DC's springs (April to May) and falls (September to October) are mild and inviting. Summer can be extremely hot and humid, especially in July and August. Winters can be harsh, with temperatures hovering around freezing and snow storms sometimes shutting down the city, especially in January. …

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Washington DC is not only capital of the United States, but a symbol of freedom and democracy. Washington attracts millions of visitors every year. The city is packed with sites of cultural and historical significance. Many of these offer free admission. Beyond the monuments and political …

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