See Our Nations Capital: Washington, D.C.
The first place to vist in Washington, D.C. is the capitol building. It is an imposing building with a massive dome. Enjoy a tour of the building and see the master pieces housed here. If a Congress session is going on, try to get a ticket to the visitors gallery and watch the course of our nation being decided. Do not carry any items that are considered a security threat as all the government buildings are heavily guarded.
National Archives is the place to get a first hand account of our nations history. From the Bill of Rights, Declaration of Independence, the Constitution to unique historical items like the cheque that paid for the purchase of Alaska from Russia our National Archives are home to rarest of historical must see items.
The Smithsonian Institute is the place most widely visited in the entire city! It has a score of museums in its collection and each one has a lot to show. There is the legendary Wright Flyer in the Air and Space Museum, the supposedly cursed Hope Diamond in the Natural History Museum, the countrys only painting by Leonardo da Vinci in the National Gallery of Art, and some uniquely American items like Dorothys ruby slippers and Fonzies leather jacket in the American History Museum. Apart from these museums, there are other museums like the fabulous museum of Native American history and many art museums.
The National Holocaust Museum exhibits heart rendering relics documenting the worlds most tragic period of time. It is dedicated to the men, women, and children who perished during this reign of terror.
Your trip to Washington is complete without a visit to memorials like Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, Roosevelt Memorial, or Jefferson Memorial. The Jefferson museum looks really beautiful in spring when its Japanese Cherry trees are in full bloom. Do not miss out on the Vietnam Wall, the Korean War Memorial or the new World War II Memorial.
White House looks gorgeous through out the year and is a place worth visiting. However, due to increased security measures you will have to write to your Congressmen or Senator so that they can arrange a special tour for you through the White House office.
Finally, there are many family oriented places that are great for entertainment and education. So, plan your next family vacation to the nations capital city, Washington D.C.BY:Josef Odair
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