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WASHINGTON, DC

AT A GLANCE

Washington is more than just the political National Air and Space Museum, which draws
capital of the United States. It is also the vast numbers of visitors to its awe-inspiring
home of the Smithsonian Institution, and displays of air- and spacecraft. Also of particular
as such is the cultural focus of America. Its interest are Washington’s many monuments and
many superb museums and galleries have memorials. The huge Washington Monument,
something to offer everyone. Always one of honoring the first US president, dominates
the most popular sights, the president’s official the city skyline. In contrast, the war memorials,
residence, the White House, attracts millions dedi cated to the thousands of soldiers who
of visitors each year. Equally popular is the died in battle, are quietly poignant.
Washington’s Top Ten Attractions

The White House See pp110–13

National Air and Vietnam Veterans
Space Museum Memorial
See pp64–7 See p85

National
Gallery of Art The Kennedy Center
See pp60–63 See pp120–21

Washington National Arlington National Cemetery Washington Monument
Cathedral See pp144–5 See pp132–3 See p80

Lincoln Memorial United States Capitol
See p87 See pp52–3
Ulysses S. Grant Memorial in front of the United States Capitol

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