Place |
Description |
Distance from Holiday Inn Central |
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The White House. The official residence of the President of the U.S. since 1800.
Every President except Washington has lived here. This Gregorian building was designed by
James Hoban and has the simple dignity of a gracious American home. |
1 Mile / 1.2 Kilometers |
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United States Supreme Court. In this beautiful white
marble building in Corinthian design are the courtroom, libraries, reading
rooms and offices which include the Justice Chambers. |
4 Miles / 6 Kilometers |
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Washington Monument. Constructed in 1848 and completed in 1884. The white marble shaft rises 555 feet
and stands on the Mall between the Lincoln Memorial and the Capitol. |
1.5 Miles / 2 Kilometers |
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Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. The tribute of American Catholics to the
Blessed Mother as Patroness of the country, the shrine is the largest Catholic church in the United States. |
10 Miles / 14 Kilometers |
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Lincoln Memorial. The memorial to the 16th President Abraham Lincoln, is a white marble building of
classic design, resembling the Parthenon of Greece. It was designed by Henry Bacon and completed in 1922. |
2 Miles / 2.4 Kilometers |
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The Capitol. The cornerstone was laid in 1793. Burned by the British in 1812. The House and Senate Chambers,
Statuary Hall, the Rotunda and the President's Room are most interesting. |
4 Miles / 6 Kilometers |
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Vietnam Veteran's Memorial. Commemorating soldiers who gave their lives during the Vietnam War. |
3 Miles / 4.5 Kilometers |
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The Pentagon. The five-sided giant, nerve center of the Defense Deparment, is the largest building
in the world. This simple, functional design eliminates considerable walking from office to office. |
3 Miles / 4.5 Kilometers |
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Jefferson Memorial. Located on the Tidal Basin, the Jefferson Memorial is a tribute to the
third president of the United States. The memorial, designed by John Russel Pope, was
dedicated in 1943. |
3 Miles / 4.5 Kilometers |
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Union Station. The recently refurbished main hall features numerous shops and restaurants.
This historic train station is a tourist attraction unto itself for millions of tourists each year. |
4 Miles / 6 Kilometers |
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Library of Congress. The Library of Congress was completed in 1897 and shows the influence of
the French Renaissance. It is completely decorated with excellent examples of 19th Century art. |
4 Miles / 6 Kilometers |
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Smithsonian Castle. The Smithsonian Institution. James Smithson, an Englishman, left this estate to the
United States government as an establishment dedicated to the increase and diffusion of knowledge among people. From this dream, the great Smithsonian group was developed. |
3 Miles / 4.5 Kilometers |
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Washington National Cathedral. Located at Massachusetts and
Wisconsin Avenues, built in the 14th century gothic architecture with shops
and elegant gardens on 57 acres of land |
5 Miles /6.5 Kilometers |
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Mount Vernon. Visitors from every country enjoy this choice view from the East Front of
George Washington's Home. The majestic panoramic prospect of the Potomac River and
the Virginia countryside is world famous. |
20 Miles / 28 Kilometers |
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United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. The museum tells the bleak and grave
story of the Holocaust through artifacts, films, photos and oral histories. Located at 14th Street and Raoul
Wallenberg Place, Southwest, this museum serves as a reminder of one of the most horrific experiences in our
world history. |
3/4 Miles |
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Theodore Roosevelt Island. This beautiful tribute to the president that pioneered wildlife and nature conservation platforms, is
easily accessible from the George Washington Parkway. Approximately 2 miles in length including trails and tributes
to the various issues of his terms, it reflects in symbolism his many successes. |
3 Miles |
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