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The home page (15)
  • Rows of white headstones on a green slope at Arlington National Cemetery
    Rows of white headstones on a green slope at Arlington National Cemetery Photo by cgcolman on Pixabay
  • The round Main Reading Room of the Library of Congress, seen from the gallery
    The round Main Reading Room of the Library of Congress from the gallery, desks below Photo by MonicaVolpin on Pixabay
  • The seated statue of Abraham Lincoln inside the Lincoln Memorial
    The seated marble statue of Abraham Lincoln inside the Lincoln Memorial, under the carved inscription Photo by DayronV on Pixabay
  • The carved stone pediment and columns of the National Archives Building
    The carved pediment and Corinthian columns of the National Archives Building Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • A prairie dog eating hay at the Smithsonian National Zoo
    A prairie dog eating hay in an enclosure, tagged National Zoo, Washington, DC Photo by SommerRayn on Pixabay
  • A path under autumn trees beside the Potomac River in Washington, DC
    A park path under autumn trees beside the Potomac River in Washington, DC (no boat) Photo by 1004us on Pixabay
  • The red sandstone Smithsonian Castle on the National Mall, with autumn trees in front
    The red sandstone Smithsonian Institution Building (the Castle) behind autumn trees Photo by bravojose829 on Pixabay
  • The white marble Supreme Court Building with a US flag in front
    The white marble Supreme Court Building with a US flag in front, clouds behind Photo by Baldur93 on Pixabay
  • The US Capitol with its white dome above a green lawn and trees
    The US Capitol with its dome and a wing, above a sloping green lawn and trees, blue sky Photo by jensjunge on Pixabay
  • The Washington Monument seen from the air, with the green National Mall and the city around it
    Aerial view of the Washington Monument on the green Mall grounds, the city behind Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • The Washington Monument seen from its base, with a US flag in front
    The Washington Monument seen from its base looking up, a US flag in front Photo by TreptowerAlex on Pixabay
  • The north side of the White House behind its lawn and fountain, with trees on both sides
    The north side of the White House with its portico, lawn and fountain, framed by trees Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • The World War II Memorial lit up at night, its pillars reflected in the pool
    The World War II Memorial at night, its lit pillars and arch reflected in the pool Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • The Pacific arch of the World War II Memorial lit up at night, above the dark pool
    The Pacific arch of the World War II Memorial lit at night above the pool Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • The Washington Monument at dawn, reflected in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on the National Mall
    The Washington Monument before sunrise, seen from the west end of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, mirrored in the still water, with the World War II Memorial's flagpoles at its foot, dark trees on both sides and an orange-to-blue sky Photo by 12019 on Pixabay

Monuments, museums & the Capitol (33)
  • Pink cherry blossoms in front of a bicycle parked on a path
    Pink cherry blossoms close up, a bicycle parked on a path behind them Photo by kimura2 on Pixabay
  • The U.S. Capitol at night with a lit Christmas tree on the lawn in front
    The U.S. Capitol at night with the lit Capitol Christmas tree on the lawn Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • The US Capitol dome seen through branches of white cherry blossoms
    The US Capitol dome seen through branches of white cherry blossoms Photo by 16041499 on Pixabay
  • The U.S. Capitol dome lit at dusk under a cloudy sky, with an empty plaza in front
    The U.S. Capitol dome lit at dusk under a cloudy sky, an empty plaza in front Photo by pierre9x6 on Pixabay
  • The U.S. Capitol lit up at night above snowy streets, with the Washington Monument in the distance
    The U.S. Capitol at night above snowy streets, Washington Monument in the distance Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • A cherry blossom branch over the calm water of the Tidal Basin, with pink trees on the far bank
    A cherry blossom branch over the calm Tidal Basin, pink trees on the far bank Photo by GM-VA on Pixabay
  • Close-up of white cherry blossoms, with the dome of the Jefferson Memorial blurred behind
    White cherry blossoms close up, the Jefferson Memorial dome blurred behind Photo by Mikdev on Pixabay
  • Nose, engine and propeller of the Spirit of St. Louis aircraft on display in the Air and Space Museum
    Close-up of the nose, engine and propeller of Lindbergh's Spirit of St. Louis hanging in the National Air and Space Museum. Photo by kgsallaway on Pixabay
  • Capitol Rotunda dome from below with coffered ceiling and the Apotheosis of Washington fresco
    Looking straight up into the Capitol Rotunda dome with its coffered ceiling, window ring and the Apotheosis of Washington painting. Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • Facsimiles of the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence on aged parchment
    Parchment-style facsimiles of the Constitution ('We the People') laid over the Declaration of Independence ('In Congress, July 4, 1776'). Photo by lynn0101 on Pixabay
  • Jefferson Memorial across the calm Tidal Basin under a pink and orange sky
    The domed Jefferson Memorial on the right across the still Tidal Basin under a colorful dawn sky. Photo by patrickgregerson on Pixabay
  • Steel soldier statues in ponchos walking through shrubs at the Korean War Veterans Memorial
    Steel statues of poncho-clad soldiers on patrol through juniper at the Korean War Veterans Memorial. Photo by MarkThomas on Pixabay
  • Main Reading Room of the Library of Congress with circular wooden desks under arched windows
    The empty Main Reading Room of the Library of Congress Jefferson Building, with circular desks, arched windows and statues. Photo by WikiImages on Pixabay
  • Seated marble statue of Abraham Lincoln lit beneath the carved inscription inside the Lincoln Memorial
    The seated marble Lincoln statue lit warmly at night beneath the carved inscription inside the Lincoln Memorial. Photo by MarkThomas on Pixabay
  • Columns and pediment of the National Archives Building with flag banners hanging between them
    Columns and sculpted pediment of the National Archives Building inscribed ARCHIVES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, with flag banners between the columns. Photo by dcandau on Pixabay
  • Domed National Museum of Natural History behind trees across the National Mall lawn
    The domed National Museum of Natural History seen across the National Mall lawn and gravel paths, framed by trees. Photo by BruceEmmerling on Pixabay
  • Red sandstone Smithsonian Castle with towers and flag under a blue sky on the National Mall
    Front facade of the red sandstone Smithsonian Institution Building (the Castle) with its towers and the US flag, seen from the Mall under a clear blue sky. Photo by WikiImages on Pixabay
  • Marble columns and sculpted pediment of the US Supreme Court building front
    The marble columned front of the US Supreme Court building with its sculpted pediment and steps on a sunny day. Photo by MarkThomas on Pixabay
  • US Capitol dome behind a fountain and reflecting pool, framed by bare trees
    The US Capitol dome rising behind a fountain terrace and reflecting pool, framed by bare trees in early spring. Photo by MarkThomas on Pixabay
  • Base of the Washington Monument ringed by American flags on a green lawn
    The base of the Washington Monument ringed by US flags on the grassy hill, top of the obelisk cut off by the frame. Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • White House south portico with fountain and red flower beds beyond the South Lawn
    The south facade of the White House with its curved portico, fountain and red flower beds beyond the South Lawn. Photo by Pexels on Pixabay
  • World War II Memorial at night with lit fountain, ring of pillars and the Pacific arch
    The National World War II Memorial at night with its lit fountain, ring of wreathed pillars and the Pacific arch. Photo by Robzor on Pixabay
  • Several clear soap bubbles floating in the air in front of a green blur
    Several clear soap bubbles floating in front of a green blur Photo by neelam279 on Pixabay
  • A single soap bubble with rainbow colors floating against a dark background
    A single soap bubble with rainbow colors against a dark background Photo by Alexas_Fotos on Pixabay
  • The Jefferson Memorial at dusk, its dome lit and reflected in the still water of the Tidal Basin
    The Jefferson Memorial at dusk, dome lit and reflected in the Tidal Basin Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • The Jefferson Memorial across the water, framed by two blooming cherry trees
    The Jefferson Memorial across the Tidal Basin, framed by two blooming cherry trees and a railing Photo by PublicDomainPictures on Pixabay
  • The steel soldier statues of the Korean War Veterans Memorial at night
    Steel soldier statues of the Korean War Veterans Memorial at night Photo by JamesDeMers on Pixabay
  • The Lincoln Memorial lit at night, with a red full moon rising beside it
    The Lincoln Memorial lit at night with a red full moon rising to the right (Pixabay tags wrongly say Jefferson) Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • The seated statue of Abraham Lincoln lit inside the Lincoln Memorial
    The seated Lincoln statue lit inside the Lincoln Memorial Photo by USA-Reiseblogger on Pixabay
  • The Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial and its granite blocks on a wide stone plaza
    The Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial: the Stone of Hope and the split granite blocks on a wide plaza Photo by ParentRap on Pixabay
  • The Washington Monument rising behind a row of blooming cherry trees along the Tidal Basin
    The Washington Monument behind a long row of blooming cherry trees on the Tidal Basin shore, water in front Photo by PublicDomainPictures on Pixabay
  • The Washington Monument lit white against a dark night sky, with a row of lights below
    The Washington Monument lit white at night, a row of lights below Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • The World War II Memorial at night, its fountain and stone pillars lit up around the pool
    The World War II Memorial at night, fountain and pillars lit around the pool, Pacific arch behind Photo by 12019 on Pixabay

City tours, cruises & food (40)
  • A bicycle handlebar in front of blurred city lights at night
    A bicycle handlebar and basket in front of blurred street lights at night Photo by jcx516 on Pixabay
  • A bicycle with a helmet on the handlebars, locked to a pole on a brick sidewalk
    A bicycle with a helmet on the handlebars, locked to a pole on a brick sidewalk; no rider Photo by JamesDeMers on Pixabay
  • A bicycle parked under a pink cherry blossom tree on a lawn
    A bicycle parked under a pink-blooming cherry tree on a lawn by a path Photo by Hans on Pixabay
  • Brick row houses on a quiet street lined with autumn trees and a brick sidewalk
    Brick row houses on a quiet DC street with autumn trees and a brick sidewalk Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • The U.S. Capitol dome lit up against the black night sky, with a flag beside it
    The floodlit U.S. Capitol dome at night against a black sky, a US flag on its pole beside the dome, the lit columned front below Photo by wisconsinpictures on Pixabay
  • The US Capitol above green trees, with an avenue in front of it
    The US Capitol above green trees, with an avenue and parked cars in front, seen from a height Photo by JamesDeMers on Pixabay
  • An aerial view of the US Capitol and the green grounds around it, with the city behind
    The US Capitol and its green grounds from the air, with the Library of Congress and Capitol Hill behind Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • The lit U.S. Capitol dome at night, seen down a path lined with street lamps and trees
    The lit U.S. Capitol dome at night down a lamp-lit path Photo by SyndramDesigns on Pixabay
  • The US Capitol dome and west front above a green lawn in Washington, DC
    The US Capitol from the west lawn under a blue sky, trees on the left Photo by 10302144 on Pixabay
  • A row of brick row houses with porches and front gardens on a Washington, DC street
    Brick row houses with porches in a Washington, DC neighborhood (not confirmed as U Street) Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • A large white Gilded Age mansion with tall chimneys on a Washington, DC street corner
    A large white Gilded Age mansion with tall chimneys on a DC street corner Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • White headstones under orange autumn trees at Arlington National Cemetery
    Rows of white headstones under autumn trees at Arlington National Cemetery (the trolley's tram add-on) Photo by SteenJepsen on Pixabay
  • Aerial view of the US Capitol and the spread-out city around it
    Aerial view of the US Capitol with the city and green grounds spread around it Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • The US Capitol dome rising above green trees
    The US Capitol dome above the trees Photo by Proulain on Pixabay
  • The Jefferson Memorial with the Washington Monument in the distance
    The Jefferson Memorial with the Washington Monument behind on a clear day Photo by pieonane on Pixabay
  • The lit statue of Abraham Lincoln inside the Lincoln Memorial, seen from below
    The Lincoln statue lit inside the memorial, seen from below (the sunset tour's photo stop) Photo by MonicaVolpin on Pixabay
  • The Tidal Basin with the Washington Monument and the Jefferson Memorial on its shores
    The Tidal Basin with the Washington Monument and the Jefferson Memorial on its banks Photo by 7144605 on Pixabay
  • The White House north portico lit up at night
    The White House north portico lit at night Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • A plate of hummus topped with pine nuts, paprika and herbs, with warm pita on the side
    A plate of hummus with pine nuts, paprika and herbs, pita on the side Photo by danad94d on Pixabay
  • The Jefferson Memorial seen across the open water of the Tidal Basin
    The Jefferson Memorial across the Tidal Basin water, small figures on the steps far away Photo by GM-VA on Pixabay
  • The bronze statue of Andrew Jackson on horseback in Lafayette Square, with the White House behind the trees
    Andrew Jackson equestrian statue in Lafayette Square, White House behind; small distant people Photo by achinyavong on Pixabay
  • The granite statue of Martin Luther King Jr. at his memorial, arms folded, against a blue sky
    The granite Martin Luther King Jr. statue (Stone of Hope) against a blue sky Photo by huntlh on Pixabay
  • The Potomac River from above, with Arlington Memorial Bridge leading across the water to the Lincoln Memorial and the city
    The Potomac River from the Virginia side, Arlington Memorial Bridge crossing to the Lincoln Memorial, the Mall and the city behind, autumn trees in front Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • The Potomac River seen through autumn trees on a sunny day, with the far bank low on the horizon
    The Potomac River seen through autumn trees from the riverbank on a sunny day Photo by 1004us on Pixabay
  • Sunset over the Potomac River at National Harbor, with a Ferris wheel on the shore
    Sunset over the Potomac River at National Harbor, a Ferris wheel on the shore Photo by AceTacticz on Pixabay
  • A row of red brick town houses on a street corner under a blue sky
    Red brick row houses on a DC street corner under a blue sky with clouds Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • A Segway tour group in helmets riding in single file along a brick sidewalk under spring trees in Washington, DC
    A Segway tour group of about eight riders in helmets, seen from behind, riding in single file along a red-brick sidewalk with black bollards, under bare trees and pink-blooming redbuds; tulips in the foreground (photo tagged Washington, DC; exact street not confirmed, not the Mall itself) Photo by MarkMartins on Pixabay
  • Three tacos with grilled meat, herbs and lime on a white plate
    Three tacos with grilled meat, herbs and lime on a plate Photo by Yezmin on Pixabay
  • A glass-sided tour boat lit up at night, its lights reflected in the dark water
    A glass-sided tour boat lit up with blue and white lights at night on dark water (not a DC boat) Photo by 422737 on Pixabay
  • The US Capitol in evening light behind the Capitol Reflecting Pool
    The US Capitol in warm evening light behind the Capitol Reflecting Pool Photo by pogo_mm on Pixabay
  • The west front and steps of the US Capitol
    The US Capitol west front and steps under a cloudy sky Photo by oljamu on Pixabay
  • The Jefferson Memorial across the Tidal Basin at sunset
    The Jefferson Memorial across the Tidal Basin in soft sunset light Photo by USA-Reiseblogger on Pixabay
  • The seated statue of Abraham Lincoln inside the Lincoln Memorial
    The seated Lincoln statue inside the Lincoln Memorial, a stop on the e-cart monuments tour Photo by dcandau on Pixabay
  • Aerial view of the White House and its lawns among downtown Washington, DC streets
    Aerial view of the White House grounds and the downtown streets around them Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • Fountains and an arch of the World War II Memorial under a blue sky
    The World War II Memorial fountains and an arch on a sunny day, a stop on the highlights walk Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • The World War II Memorial and the Washington Monument reflected in still water at dusk
    The World War II Memorial and its pool at blue hour, with the Washington Monument mirrored in the water Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • The black granite wall of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, with names cut into it and an American flag reflected in the stone
    The polished black granite wall of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC, with engraved names, bare trees and an American flag reflected in it; a few blurred visitors at the bottom edge Photo by GM-VA on Pixabay
  • The Washington Monument and the green lawns of the National Mall, seen from above
    The Washington Monument on its round lawn seen from the air, the green National Mall and the city around it Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • The Gothic towers of Washington National Cathedral under a blue sky
    The Gothic towers of Washington National Cathedral under a blue sky Photo by AlejoCompa on Pixabay
  • A row of white bicycles with brown tires parked on a street
    A row of white city bicycles with tan tires parked on a street Photo by yorgunum on Pixabay

Day trips & planning (23)
  • The columned front and stepped tower of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial in Alexandria, Virginia
    The columned portico and stepped tower of the George Washington Masonic National Memorial in Alexandria, Virginia, against a deep blue sky Photo by BruceEmmerling on Pixabay
  • The tall George Washington Masonic National Memorial in Alexandria, Virginia, above green trees
    The George Washington Masonic National Memorial tower in Alexandria, Virginia, rising above green trees under a blue sky with clouds Photo by bluesedge on Pixabay
  • Sailboats moored in Annapolis harbor at dawn under a cloudy sky
    Sailboats moored in Annapolis harbor at dawn, masts reflected in still water under a cloudy sky Photo by Trulyamerican on Pixabay
  • The tall ship USS Constellation moored in Baltimore's Inner Harbor, with office towers behind
    The tall ship USS Constellation moored in Baltimore's Inner Harbor, with office towers and a pavilion behind Photo by BruceEmmerling on Pixabay
  • Rows of white headstones on a shaded slope at Arlington National Cemetery
    Rows of white headstones at Arlington National Cemetery climbing a slope under trees, in dappled light and shade. Photo by SteenJepsen on Pixabay
  • Sentinel with rifle guarding the white marble Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
    The white marble Tomb of the Unknown Soldier with a sentinel in dress uniform standing guard with his rifle. Photo by esclphotograf on Pixabay
  • Open fields and a wooden rail fence on the Gettysburg battlefield under a blue sky
    Open grass fields on the Gettysburg battlefield with a wooden rail fence, a bare tree and woods on the horizon under a blue sky Photo by BruceEmmerling on Pixabay
  • A Civil War cannon beside a stone wall on the Gettysburg battlefield
    A Civil War cannon beside a low stone wall on the Gettysburg battlefield, with fields and hills behind Photo by BruceEmmerling on Pixabay
  • A split-rail fence in the foreground and Civil War cannons on the open battlefield behind it
    A zigzag split-rail fence in the foreground with Civil War cannons lined up on the open Gettysburg battlefield behind it, cloudy sky Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • A large bare tree on a rocky rise at Devil's Den on the Gettysburg battlefield
    A large bare tree on a rocky rise at Devil's Den on the Gettysburg battlefield, a small monument at its foot Photo by kkolencik on Pixabay
  • A bronze statue of a Civil War officer on horseback on the Gettysburg battlefield
    A bronze equestrian statue of a Civil War officer on a stone base on the Gettysburg battlefield, bare trees and a blue sky Photo by BruceEmmerling on Pixabay
  • A wide view over fields, woods and boulders from Little Round Top on the Gettysburg battlefield
    A wide view from Little Round Top over the Gettysburg battlefield: boulders, autumn grass, woods and farmland under a blue sky Photo by BruceEmmerling on Pixabay
  • The Pennsylvania State Memorial on the Gettysburg battlefield, seen across a field with a rail fence
    The domed Pennsylvania State Memorial on the Gettysburg battlefield, seen across a dry grass field with a rail fence, small monuments and trees, under a blue sky with streaks of cloud Photo by BruceEmmerling on Pixabay
  • A woolly sheep lying in straw on a farm
    A woolly white sheep lying in straw (photo tagged Mount Vernon, Virginia; the estate's farm is part of the ticket) Photo by atholtonus on Pixabay
  • The white Mount Vernon mansion with its red roof and cupola, behind a green lawn under a cloudy sky
    The white Mount Vernon mansion with its red roof and cupola, a green lawn in front and dark clouds above Photo by nickjying on Pixabay
  • A wide view of the US Capitol with its dome and both wings, behind green lawns
    Wide panorama of the US Capitol with its dome and both wings behind lawns Photo by 1778011 on Pixabay
  • Colorful row houses with front gardens on a street in Washington, DC
    Colorful row houses with front gardens in Washington, DC (neighborhood not stated by the photographer) Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • A row of colorful painted row houses on a street in Washington, DC
    A row of colorful painted row houses on a Washington, DC street Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • The curved roof and control tower of the Dulles Airport terminal at night
    The curved roof and control tower of the Dulles Airport main terminal at night Photo by Falkenpost on Pixabay
  • Painted brick row houses with shutters and small front gardens in Foggy Bottom, Washington, DC
    Painted brick row houses with shutters in Foggy Bottom Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • Pennsylvania Avenue running toward the US Capitol through downtown Washington, DC
    Pennsylvania Avenue running toward the US Capitol through downtown Photo by JamesDeMers on Pixabay
  • The Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, seen from the air, with the Potomac River and Washington, DC behind it
    Aerial view of the Pentagon and its parking, the Potomac and the Washington Monument behind Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • The coffered concrete vault of a Washington, DC Metro station above the tracks and platforms
    The coffered concrete vault of a Washington, DC Metro station over the tracks and platforms Photo by StockSnap on Pixabay

More of Washington, DC (29)
  • The Washington Monument rising above the tree line across a wide stretch of water.
    The Washington Monument rising above the tree line across a wide stretch of water. Photo by pieonane on Pixabay
  • A brick street in Annapolis, Maryland, with a domed building at its far end.
    A brick street in Annapolis, Maryland, with a domed building at its far end. Photo by BruceEmmerling on Pixabay
  • A tree-lined brick sidewalk in downtown Washington, DC, with green café umbrellas over outdoor tables.
    A tree-lined brick sidewalk in downtown Washington, DC, with green café umbrellas over outdoor tables. Photo by BruceEmmerling on Pixabay
  • Cherry trees in bloom along the far shore of the Tidal Basin in Washington, DC, under a partly cloudy sky.
    Cherry trees in bloom along the far shore of the Tidal Basin in Washington, DC, under a partly cloudy sky. Photo by GM-VA on Pixabay
  • The Jefferson Memorial's columns and dome, with visitors sitting on its steps.
    The Jefferson Memorial's columns and dome, with visitors sitting on its steps. Photo by Pexels on Pixabay
  • A Civil War cannon looking out over the Gettysburg battlefield on a cloudy day.
    A Civil War cannon looking out over the Gettysburg battlefield on a cloudy day. Photo by DUrban on Pixabay
  • The red-brick towers of the Smithsonian Castle on the National Mall under a blue sky, with a statue beside it.
    The red-brick towers of the Smithsonian Castle on the National Mall under a blue sky, with a statue beside it. Photo by BruceEmmerling on Pixabay
  • Tall dark columns inside the Lincoln Memorial, with the seated statue of Abraham Lincoln between them, in black and white.
    Tall dark columns inside the Lincoln Memorial, with the seated statue of Abraham Lincoln between them, in black and white. Photo by MarkThomas on Pixabay
  • The brick fire engine house at Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, among trees.
    The brick fire engine house at Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, among trees. Photo by petechacalos on Pixabay
  • An aerial view of the Lincoln Memorial and the grounds around it in Washington, DC.
    An aerial view of the Lincoln Memorial and the grounds around it in Washington, DC. Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • A black-and-white view down the platform of a Washington Metro station, under its vaulted concrete ceiling of coffered squares.
    A black-and-white view down the platform of a Washington Metro station, under its vaulted concrete ceiling of coffered squares. Photo by PublicDomainPictures on Pixabay
  • An open antique Bible lying on a dark surface.
    An open antique Bible lying on a dark surface. Photo by AgnieszkaMonk on Pixabay
  • A row of brightly painted shops and houses along a street in Adams Morgan, Washington, DC.
    A row of brightly painted shops and houses along a street in Adams Morgan, Washington, DC. Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • Two grey street parking meters side by side on a city kerb.
    Two grey street parking meters side by side on a city kerb. Photo by D-Vu on Pixabay
  • A Space Shuttle lifting off from its launch pad in a cloud of smoke and steam.
    A Space Shuttle lifting off from its launch pad in a cloud of smoke and steam. Photo by WikiImages on Pixabay
  • A pair of old black binoculars with their lens caps beside them on a dark surface.
    A pair of old black binoculars with their lens caps beside them on a dark surface. Photo by Panals on Pixabay
  • The Washington Monument at the far end of a snow-covered National Mall.
    The Washington Monument at the far end of a snow-covered National Mall. Photo by PublicDomainPictures on Pixabay
  • A pedal boat on the Tidal Basin in Washington, DC, beside cherry trees in bloom.
    A pedal boat on the Tidal Basin in Washington, DC, beside cherry trees in bloom. Photo by PublicDomainPictures on Pixabay
  • The dome and one wing of the US Capitol in Washington, DC, in warm afternoon light.
    The dome and one wing of the US Capitol in Washington, DC, in warm afternoon light. Photo by Jerboa_in_the_air on Pixabay
  • The Hall of Nations at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, lined with the flags of many countries.
    The Hall of Nations at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, lined with the flags of many countries. Photo by JamesDeMers on Pixabay
  • An Amtrak passenger train on a straight stretch of track beside a level crossing under a cloudy sky.
    An Amtrak passenger train on a straight stretch of track beside a level crossing under a cloudy sky. Photo by AntDavey on Pixabay
  • An aerial view of the National Mall, with the Washington Monument and the Tidal Basin.
    An aerial view of the National Mall, with the Washington Monument and the Tidal Basin. Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • Rows of white headstones on the lawns of Arlington National Cemetery.
    Rows of white headstones on the lawns of Arlington National Cemetery. Photo by fremoo1918 on Pixabay
  • The main concourse of Grand Central Terminal in New York, with its arched windows and a large American flag.
    The main concourse of Grand Central Terminal in New York, with its arched windows and a large American flag. Photo by jplenio on Pixabay
  • A yellow Victorian house with a green-railed porch on a street in LeDroit Park, Washington, DC.
    A yellow Victorian house with a green-railed porch on a street in LeDroit Park, Washington, DC. Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • Tall coffered arches and statues above the doors of the main hall of Union Station in Washington, DC.
    Tall coffered arches and statues above the doors of the main hall of Union Station in Washington, DC. Photo by 12019 on Pixabay
  • The curved roof and control tower of Dulles International Airport's main terminal at dusk.
    The curved roof and control tower of Dulles International Airport's main terminal at dusk. Photo by Falkenpost on Pixabay
  • The Washington Monument as a silhouette against an orange sunrise, mirrored in the Reflecting Pool.
    The Washington Monument as a silhouette against an orange sunrise, mirrored in the Reflecting Pool. Photo by MarkThomas on Pixabay
  • The Washington Monument across the Reflecting Pool under heavy storm clouds.
    The Washington Monument across the Reflecting Pool under heavy storm clouds. Photo by iulian_ursache on Pixabay