Located between the states of Virginia and Maryland on the
north bank of the Potomac River, Washington, D.C., is the capital city of the
United States. The city is houses the all three branches of the federal government,
as well as the White House, the Supreme Court and the Capitol Building. The
opulent city offers so many sightseeing and touring spots that you will never
lack for choices. Especially for the history buffs, the sprawling city is a
promised land.
Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is a must visit historical
spot. The 19-foot high statue of Lincoln is perfected by 60-foot high murals
depicting the Angel of Truth on one side and Fraternity and Charity on another.
The art lovers can explore the one of the world's greatest art museums, The
National Gallery of Art consisting of paintings from the 13th to the 18th
centuries and the other exhibits modern art. The Smithsonian National Air and
Space Museum is another great museum you can discover. The United States
Holocaust Memorial Museum is a must see for the people interested in war, the
museum depicts rise of Hitler's Germany and the horrors of World War II. The
bookworms can find much to savor at the Library of Congress, with 532 miles of
shelves and 115 million items and 7,000 added each working day.
Some of the other prominent landmarks include the Newseum,
Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, National World War II
Memorial, Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, Basilica of
the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Smithsonian National Museum
of Natural History, National Portrait Gallery, Washington National Cathedral
etc.
The best places to relish some delicious meals include
Ambar, Bar Dupont, The Capital Grille, Zaytinya and Blue Duck Tavern. For the fans of Indian
cuisine, Rasika West End at the New Hampshire Avenue is the perfect spot.
The best time to visit the US capital is considered from
September to November and March to May. But travelling during this period can
be a bit expensive as the flight fares and hotel tariffs are at their peak as
this happens to be the high seasons for the affluent city. I though managed to
save few bucks using Lookupfare. They compared the flight rates over numerous
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a Washington Dc trip.
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