Washington

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Filled with history, culture, and significance, Washington, D.C. is one city that just can't be missed. After all, it is only the capital of more or less the most powerful country in the world - the United States. Founded on July 16, 1790, the City of Washington's legal name is the District of Columbia but the city is more commonly known as Washington, D.C. or simply D.C. It is a melting pot of various races and is dominated by African Americans. All types of cultures, languages and religions are present in the city and are recognized and accepted.

Washington, D.C. is an exciting destination that offers a lot of attractions. Aside from having the prestige of being the capital city, there is also so much to see and do in D.C., hence the millions of visitors it attracts every year. Among the famous spots in the city are the Smithsonian Institution Building, the White House, Great Falls Park, Mount Vernon, and various monuments and memorials. Parks where you can do various activities like biking are also scattered in the city. Don't miss the National Mall which is a big open park located in the center of the city. Meanwhile, the Rock Creek Park is a national park full of animals like deer, birds, and rabbits and features a great trail for biking, running, and hiking.

If you like culture and arts, you will not be disappointed in Washington, D.C. as it is a national center for the arts. Among its art centers are the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the National Gallery of Art, the National Museum of Women in the Arts, and the Smithsonian American Art Museum. Meanwhile, festivals are spread throughout the year, and some of the most attended ones are the National Cherry Blossom Festival (in celebration of Washington's cherry blossom season) and the Screen on the Green (free film showing of classic political films). Music lovers will enjoy institutions like the Bohemian Caverns. Do you know that Washington is also one of the centers of indie culture and music in the United States? If you're into non-mainstream entertainment, Washington, D.C. is definitely your city.