A recent trip to the U.S. included a visit to the nation’s capital.
Bike rentals are easily accessible.
The Capitol Building is home to the Senate (100 members) and House of Representatives (435 members), collectively known as the United States Congress.
The landmark Washington Monument, made of marble, granite and bluestone gneiss, is the world’s tallest stone structure.
Construction began on July 4, 1848 and wasn’t completed until 40 years later in 1888. There was a 23 year construction stoppage due to lack of funds and the American Civil War (note the change in coloration about a quarter of the way up).
Abraham Lincoln, the nation’s 16th President, is honored here.
The U.S. would likely be two different countries today if it hadn’t been for Lincoln’s determination to preserve the union.
Arguably, here are the most famous 10 sentences in American history – The Gettysburg Address. “Four score and seven years ago…” Lincoln was the master of succinctness.
This rental property comes up for lease every four years. Tenants often renew, but not always. This house even comes with a man who stands on the roof all day watching you watch him.
America’s 2nd President, John Adams, was the first to occupy the White House. 43 out of 44 Presidents have resided here (George Washington lived in New York City and then Philadelphia during the construction of the city that bears his name).
The Martin Luther King Memorial was dedicated in August 2011, the 48th anniversary of his famous “I have a dream” speech.
This is home of the original TJ.
As a founding father and 3rd President, Thomas Jefferson is honored here.
This memorial celebrates the Declaration of Independence…
…including the man whose name is now synonymous with the word “signature,” John Hancock.
The Air Force Memorial is located across the Potomac River in Arlington, Virginia.
Greg would love to delve into the secrets held in this building behind him. Let’s just say the building has five equal sides.
The Smithsonian Air and Space Museum covers early fight…
… to moon walking less than 70 years later.
From every angle, Washington D.C. is a beautiful city. Enjoy. ts
Ukrainian Tom 