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National treasures, American history and international politics take center stage in the U.S. capital city. 

Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.

One of the National Mall’s more austere pieces of architecture, the Jefferson Memorial pays homage to one of America’s greatest presidents and visionaries.

Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.

One of the National Mall’s more austere pieces of architecture, the Jefferson Memorial pays homage to one of America’s greatest presidents and visionaries.

Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.

Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip. 

Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.

Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.

Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.

Pay tribute to fallen heroes at a thought-provoking monument to those who lost their lives during the three- year Korean War.

One of the National Mall’s more austere pieces of architecture, the Jefferson Memorial pays homage to one of America’s greatest presidents and visionaries.

One of the National Mall’s more austere pieces of architecture, the Jefferson Memorial pays homage to one of America’s greatest presidents and visionaries.

Centerpiece of the National Mall, America’s tribute to the country’s founding father stirs the soul while offering superb views from the top.

One of the National Mall’s more austere pieces of architecture, the Jefferson Memorial pays homage to one of America’s greatest presidents and visionaries.

Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.

One of the National Mall’s more austere pieces of architecture, the Jefferson Memorial pays homage to one of America’s greatest presidents and visionaries.

As classic as it looks, this building contains a huge assortment of the world’s treasures. Immerse yourself in collections for all tastes.

Explore the home and workplace of the president of the United States. See entertainment areas and state rooms and learn about the history of this famous building.