3. National Mall and Memorial Park
5. Lincoln Memorial
The Lincoln Memorial was dedicated to Abraham Lincoln , the 16th President of America . The most important element of the monument is the 5.80 m high sculpture design of Daniel Chester French .
6. Jefferson Memorial
Jefferson Memorial is another important building within the National Mall. Memorial was built in memory of the founder and president of the United States, Thomas Jefferson.
The construction of the neo-classical style monument began in 1939 and was completed in 1943. The bronze statue of Jefferson was designed by architect John Russell Pope . Statue was added to the building in 1947.
7.National Air and Space Museum
I have added the National Air and Space Museum to our list of places to visit in Washington DC For the aviation and space fans.
8. Washington National Cathedral
The construction of the neo-gothic Washington National Cathedral is one of the 10 largest cathedrals in the world. Construction began in 1907 and its took 83 years to complete.The cathedral was opened for use during the construction process. It is located within a 59-acre medieval garden.
9. Georgetown
Georgetown is on the banks of the Potomac River . Region is populated with a young people due to the Georgetown University. In the district where there are many cafes and restaurants famous for their classic menus consisting of sweet potatoes and hamburgers . Also the city is famous with authentic one storey buildings.
10. Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian institute was built between 1849-1855. The building is located next to the National Mall and it is also called a chateau because of the Norman style architecture. You can join the tours where you can learn about the history of the institute at the Smithsonian Building, which you can visit between 8.30-17.30, free of charge.
11 World War II National Monument
History lovers who are curious about World War II should add to the list of places to visit in Washington DC. The National World War II Memorial was opened in 2004 in memory of the soldiers who participated in the war.
The Building consists of 56 granite columns, each 5.2 meters high, placed around a fountain pool representing the U.S. states, federal districts, and the Columbia District.
12. National Museum of American History
The National Museum of American History is part of the Smithsonian Institute. It is located on 14th Street in the National Mall District. The facility was first established in 1964 under the name of the Museum of History and Technology to convey detailed information about the richness of American history to local and foreign tourists.
13. National Zoological Park
The zoo in the National Zoological Park Rock Creek Park, located in the northwest of the city, was established in 1889 to raise awareness in the fields of animal care, science and education. The park is the best place to visit for especially families and animal lovers.
14. National Museum of Natural History
The American Museum of Natural History was opened in 1910. More than 126 million examples of natural sciences and cultural artifacts are on display in the natural history museum. You can get detailed information about its exhibitions and building with its mobile application.
15. United States Botanic Garden
Last places to visit in Washington Dc is Botanic garden .
The facility is the oldest botanical garden in America . It is located within the area of the congress building. Building Established in 1820. It is possible to see the vast majority of plant and tree species existing in the world in the garden.
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