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A visit to Washington
www.washington.org
Washington is the capital of the USA and was
from the beginning planned to be grand and
imposing in true American style. The magnificent
architecture, the many memorials and the
outstanding quality of the museums are unequalled
anywhere else in the world. Many of the buildings
and sites are known across the globe because of
their recurring appearances in American television
broadcasts. The National Mall, the White House
and Capitol, for instance, have all featured in
thousands of television news reports. Visitors
therefore often experience a sensation of
familiarity when they explore Washington. All of
Washington's museums are outstanding in their
individual fields.
They are also all part of the Smithsonian
Institution. The exhibitions reflect that a lot of
time and effort have been put into them. For a
large city, Washington is lovely green. The
Potomac River runs through the city centre, and
you can take a short journey by boat to the old
town of Alexandria, which has an air of past times.
Old and new, large and small, Washington simply
has it all.
Enjoy your holiday!
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Historical outline
In 1751, the Maryland Assembly decided to
establish a new town at the shores of the Potomac
River. A plot of land was consequently bought
from two landowners, George Beall and George
Gordon, and the town was accordingly named
Georgetown. The land was divided into 80
building plots.
America declared independence from Britain in
1776, and in 1790, the American President had to
select a location east of the Potomac River for a
new federal capital. The following year, America’s
first president, George Washington, chose an area
that was located partly in Maryland (now the
District of Columbia) and partly in Virginia
(Alexandria). The project of planning a new capital
was entrusted to the French engineer, Pierre
Charles L'Enfant. He was to develop an overall
plan for the town centre and the public
administration. L’Enfant presented his plans in
1791, but they were rejected and L’Enfant was
dismissed the following year.
In 1800 Philadelphia was stripped of its function
and title as the capital city, and the newly founded
town, which in the meantime had been renamed
Washington, became the new capital. The

population was 15,000 at the time.
In 1802 Washington gained municipal rights, and
the first electoral laws were passed. The town's
first mayor was not elected directly, but was
appointed by the president.
Although independence from the British had been
declared, there were still occasional disturbances,
and in the war of 1812, Washington fell under
attack. Many buildings burned to the ground,
including the Capitol, but the conflict was short-
lived. Prior to the attack, President James Madison
had fled the town together with the federal troops.
New laws for the capital were introduced in 1820.
The people of the town were now able to elect
their mayor. The city boundaries within the
District of Columbia were finally established in
1846. In that connection, the District of
Alexandria was given back to the State of Virginia.
The Smithsonian, Washington's largest cultural
institution and a complex for research and
museums, was founded in 1846. Since then, the
collections of the individual institutions have
gradually been expanded and new museum
buildings have been built. During the American
Civil War, Washington found itself situated almost
on the border between the Northern and the
Southern States. The latter had established their
own capital in nearby Richmond. In 1862, whilst
the Civil War was still being fought, slavery was
abolished in the Washington region. Two years

later, the Southern States launched an attack on
the town. It was the only battle at which the
President of the Northern States, Abraham
Lincoln, was present. After the war, Washington
once more became the capital for the United
States of America. The Civil War triggered a
growing number of people to move to
Washington, which - despite its status as capital -
had been a relatively small town. The population
continued to grow after the war, and many of
Washington’s most impressive buildings were built
during the following decades. Around 1900,
L'Enfant's town plan from 1791 came to the
attention of the authorities. It had originally been
rejected, but now, more than a century later,
L’Enfant’s plan was used for parts of the town
centre.
The population of Washington peaked in 1950
when it reached 800,000. However, with the
establishment of the suburbs in Maryland and
Virginia, people began to move from Washington
and the District of Columbia, though the
population of the region continued to increase. In
1967, a public and uniform traffic system was
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created for the entire region. It was also around
this time that the subway was built. In 1963 a
large human rights demonstration took place in
Washington on the National Mall. Up to 500,000
people participated, and witnessed Martin Luther
King deliver his famous speech for civil rights,
beginning with the words: "I have a dream".
During the 1980s and 1990s, discussions
eventually turned the District of Columbia, and
therefore Washington, into American state
number 51. It has, however, not altered
Washington’s particular status as the Federal
Capital City. In 2001, the Pentagon, which is
situated on the western side of the Potomac River,
was partly destroyed when terrorists crashed a
passenger plane into the building.
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Tour 1: Washington
1. The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue
www.whitehouse.gov
Metro: Federal Triangle/Metro Center
The White House is the residence and office of
the American president. The neo-classicist

building has therefore become one of the most
famous buildings in the world.
It dates back to the 1790s, when the District of
Columbia (D. C.) was founded as America’s
Federal Capital. George Washington was involved
in selecting the location for the palatial building,
which architecturally, was inspired by Leinster
House in Dublin. It was only in 1901, during
Theodore Roosevelt’s presidency, however, that
the building became known as The White House.
The White House has 5,100 m2 (51,768 Sq ft),
divided across 132 rooms and halls. The most
famous room is the president's office, The Oval
Office.
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1a. White House Visitor Center
1450 Pennsylvania Avenue
www.whitehouse.gov/history/tours
Metro: Federal Triangle/Metro Center
In the White House Visitor Center you can find a
lot of information about the history of the
building and the former presidents of the USA.
2. Corcoran Gallery of Art
500 17th Street NW
www.corcoran.org

Metro: Farragut West
The Corcoran Gallery of Art predominantly
exhibits historical and modern American art, but
also has a European collection. The museum
opened in 1874 and was based on William Wilson
Corcoran’s collection of paintings and sculptures,
which he donated to the town.
3. National Mall
The space between Constitution Avenue &
Independence Avenue
www.nps.gov/nama
Metro: Smithsonian
The National Mall is the name of the green area
between the Potomac River and the Capitol. The
large area is adorned by several monuments, which
are set in reflection pools. West Potomac Park is
especially beautiful during spring, when its many
Japanese Cherry Trees are in full bloom. The
National Mall has over the years witnessed several
large demonstrations, such as the civil rights
demonstration in 1963. It was here, in front of the
Lincoln Memorial, that Martin Luther King
opened his famous speech with the words: ”I have
a dream”.
4. National World War II Memorial
17th Street/Independence Avenue NW
www.nps.gov/nwwm
Metro: Smithsonian
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The National World War II Memorial was
inaugurated in 2004 in remembrance of those
Americans who were killed in the conflict. The
memorial consists of 56 tall pillars, representing
the then 48 American states, the District of
Columbia, Alaska, Hawaii and 5 overseas
territories. The Freedom Wall is decorated with
4,000 gold stars, each representing 100 Americans
who died in the war.
5. Washington Monument
15th Street/Constitution Avenue
www.nps.gov/wamo
Metro: Smithsonian
The Washington Monument honours America's
first president, George Washington. It was erected
in the years between 1848 and 1884. It consists of
a tall obelisk that stands at 169 metres (538 ft) high.
The building materials are granite, marble and
sandstone. The memorial is situated at the end of
the National Mall with a good view across the area.
6. Jefferson Memorial
Tidal Basin South End
www.nps.gov/thje
Metro: Smithsonian
This memorial for former president Thomas
Jefferson was unveiled in 1943, 200 years after he

was born. Stylistically, the neo-classicist domed
building took inspiration from Jefferson’s private
residence, Monticello, and from the Rotunda at
the University of Virginia, founded by Jefferson.
Inside the memorial building stands a statue of
Jefferson. It is 5.8 metres (18.5 ft) high. Jefferson
was behind the American Declaration of
Independence and the Louisiana Purchase from
France.
7. Franklin Delano Roosevelt
Memorial
W Basin Drive
www.nps.gov/fdrm
Metro: Smithsonian
This memorial commemorates another former
president, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, who has,
thus far, been the longest serving president in the
history of the USA. He entered office for the first
time in 1933, and was later re-elected 3 times. He
died whilst still president, and was replaced by
Harry Truman. The memorial is divided into 4
rooms, each devoted to one of the 4 presidential
terms under Roosevelt.
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8. Korean War Veterans Memorial
French Drive SW
www.nps.gov/kwvm
Metro: Smithsonian
The Korean War Veterans Memorial honours
those Americans who fought in the Korean War
between 1950 and 1953. More than 1.5 million
American veterans returned from Korea after the war.
9. Lincoln Memorial
Independence Avenue/23rd Street NW
www.nps.gov/linc
Metro: Foggy Bottom/GWU
The Lincoln Memorial is situated on the banks of
the Potomac River. It celebrates Abraham Lincoln
who was president of the United States during the
American Civil War. It was built 1915-1922 in the
style of a Greek temple. The 36 Doric columns
signify the number of American states that existed
when Lincoln died. Each column is marked with
the name of a state.
10. Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Henry Bacon Drive/Constitution Avenue
www.nps.gov/vive
Metro: Foggy Bottom/GWU
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The Vietnam Veterans Memorial honours the
victims of the Vietnam War. The memorial
consists of a 75 meter (239 ft) long wall on which
the name of every single American soldier who
was killed during the conflict is engraved in
chronological order. The wall is made from
polished Indian granite and its mirror effect seeks
to unite the past with the present.
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Tour 2: Washington
11. Library of Congress
101 Independence Avenue
www.loc.gov
Metro: Capitol South
Library of Congress is the national library of the
USA. It is one of the largest libraries in the world.
The beautiful building stores millions of books,
including a copy of the original Gutenberg Bible.
Although the library dates back to year 1800, the
existing building was only built in 1897. The
interior is stunning, and in particular the large
round reading room, which is counted as one of
the architectural gems of Washington.
12. Supreme Court
1 1st Street
www.supremecourtus.gov
Metro: Capitol South
The building of the Supreme Court of the United
States was inaugurated in 1935. It is a monumental
building in classicist style. Prior to 1935, the
Supreme Court had been situated in the Capitol.
13. United States Capitol
www.aoc.gov
Metro: Capitol South
The United States Capitol houses the American

Congress, consisting of the House of
Representatives and the Senate. These two occupy
the Southern and Northern wings of the building,
respectively. The Capitol in fact employs more
than 100 senators, 435 members of the House of
Representatives, and a number of Government
officials.
The foundation stone of the Capitol was laid by
George Washington in 1792, and although the
building was taken into use in 1800, it was not
completed until 1811. After the War of
Independence against the British in 1812, the
partly damaged Capitol was restored and slightly
modified during the period 1815-1830. Large
extensions were further added during the 1850s.
The dome, for instance, was significantly enlarged.
The interior is detailed and truly stunning.
14. National Gallery of Art
6th Street/Constitution Avenue NW
www.nga.gov
Metro: Archives
The National Gallery of Art is exquisite. Its
collection covers the entire period from The
Middle Ages to present day. A wide range of art
forms is represented.
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15. National Museum of the
American Indian
4th Street/Independence Avenue SW
www.nmai.si.edu
Metro: Federal Center/Capitol South
The National Museum of the American Indian has
a good collection of crafts and religious artefacts
from different Native American cultures.
16. National Air and Space Museum
1050 Independence Avenue SW
www.nasm.si.edu
Metro: Federal Center/L’Enfant Plaza
The National Air and Space Museum is
undoubtedly one of the world's leading museums
for air and space travel. The collection is
impressive. Many of the objects are exhibited in
the building at the National Mall, but the larger
planes, for instance, are kept at the Steven F.
Udvar-Hazy Center outside the city. At the
National Mall the exhibited planes include the
Messerschmitt 109 and 262A, Spitfire and the
plane of the Wright brothers from 1903. At the
Udvar-Hazy Center, you can see the B-29 bomber,
the Enola Gay, which dropped the world's first
atom bomb over Hiroshima on 6 August 1945.
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The exhibits also include the German V1 and V2
rockets, SS-20, Sputnik, the space suit worn by
Gagarin, and the impressive Saturn V rocket,
modelled to scale.
17. Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture
Garden
7th Street & Independence Avenue SW
www.hirshhorn.si.edu
Metro: L’Enfant Plaza
The beautifully situated Hirshhorn Museum has
art from all over the world. The collection includes
works bynames such as Pablo Picasso and Andy
Warhol. A peaceful sculpture garden surrounds the
museum and offers peace and quiet to enjoy the
artwork.
18. Smithsonian Institution

Jefferson Drive
www.si.edu
Metro: Smithsonian
The Smithsonian Institution is a large research and
museum centre, counting no less than 14
museums in Washington and 2 in New York. All
together, the collections consist of more than 140
million objects. You can either visit the individual
museum or form a general view of the collections
at the Smithsonian Institution. The main building
is also known as the Smithsonian Castle, because
of its castle-like exterior.
19. National Museum of African Art
950 Independence Avenue SW

Metro: Smithsonian
The National Museum of African Art exhibits a
broad selection of objects from Africa. Periodic
exhibitions cover everything from ancient to
modern art, and many less common art forms are
represented, such as ceramics, masks and clothing.
The museum additionally arranges a variety of
temporary theme-based exhibitions.
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20. Freer Gallery of Art and Arthur M.

Sackler Gallery
1050 12th Street/Jefferson Drive SW &
Independence Avenue SW
www.asia.si.edu
Metro: Smithsonian
These two galleries have excellent collections of
East Asian art, including ancient Chinese paintings,
Korean ceramics, Buddhist sculptures and Persian
scripts. One exhibit consists of an entire room
from an old town house in London. The room,
known as the Peacock Room, was brought from
England and rebuilt in Washington in 1876.
21. Natural History Museum
750 9th Street NW
www.mnh.si.edu
Metro: Smithsonian
The Natural History Museum gives a broad
introduction to natural history. One of its
objectives is to illustrate the natural world and the
role of man within it. The many theme-based
exhibits cover anything from large dinosaurs and
elephants to birds and insects.
22. National Museum of American
History
14th Street/Constitution Avenue
www.americanhistory.si.edu
Metro: Smithsonian
The National Museum of American History
exhibits a rich variety of objects with relevance to
different eras of American history. The collection

includes locomotives, household goods, art and
computers, and the museum runs regular
exhibitions on individual objects, places or persons.
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Tour 3: Washington
23. Union Station
50 Massachusetts Avenue NE
www.unionstationdc.com
Metro: Union Station
The grand Union Station became the railway hub
of Washington when it was inaugurated in 1907
during the golden age of the railway. The station is
built in a mix of different styles. The main building,
however, is predominantly beaux-arts.
24. National Portrait Gallery
8th Street/F Street
www.npg.si.edu
Metro: Gallery Place
The National Portrait Gallery displays many
portraits of famous Americans. Former president
George Washington, for example, has been
dedicated an entire gallery.
The building itself is one of the oldest public
buildings in Washington. It was built 1836-1867,

and was inspired by the Parthenon in Athens.
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25. Ford’s Theatre
511 10th Street NW
www.fordstheatre.org
Metro: Gallery Place
Ford’s Theatre was originally a church, built in
1833. After its conversion, the theatre opened in
1863. Only two years later, 14 April 1865, the
theatre became the setting for the murder of
President Abraham Lincoln. He was shot during a
performance and carried across the road to
Petersen House where he died the next morning.
Similar to the theatre, Petersen House is open to
the public. Ford's Theatre closed down after the
assassination, but was reopened more than 100
years later, in 1968.

26. FBI, Federal Bureau of
Investigation
935 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
www.fbi.gov
Metro: Federal Triangle
The headquarters of the FBI is partly open to
tourists. There is information about the history of
the FBI, and some of the Bureau's different work
methods are demonstrated. The large building
features in numerous movies and television series.
27. Old Post Office
1100 Pennsylvania Avenue
www.oldpostofficedc.com
Metro: Federal Triangle
This beautiful and historical building is nowadays
occupied by shops and restaurants. You can also
ascend the tower, and enjoy the stunning view of
Washington. The building, which resembles a
castle, was completed in 1899. At 12 storeys, it was
Washington's first skyscraper. Although it was also
the first public building to be supplied with
electricity, it was soon deemed inadequate for the
needs of modern life. Demolition plans arose, but
the Depression put a stop to them, and the
building survived. The Old Post Office has now
become one of the most distinctive buildings in
Washington.
28. National Theatre
1321 Pennsylvania Avenue
www.nationaltheatre.org

Metro: Metro Center
The National Theatre is the oldest cultural
institution in Washington. It opened in 1835, and
the building has been rebuilt several times since.
The large hall is especially beautiful.
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29. St. Matthews Cathedral
1725 Rhode Island Avenue
www.stmatthewscathedral.org
Metro: Farragut North
Built in 1895, the Cathedral of St. Matthew is the
seat of the Archbishop. The beautiful Romanesqu
church building, which also has Byzantine
elements, is situated at a hill, and therefore offers
lovely views of the surrounding area. John F.
Kennedy’s funeral ceremony was held in this
cathedral.
30. Washington National Cathedral
Massachusetts Avenue/Wisconsin Avenue
www.cathedral.org/cathedral
Metro: Tenleytown/AU
Although the foundation of this impressive
structure was built in 1907, the work was not fully
completed until 83 years later, in 1990. The style is
predominantly European Gothic, and inspiration

has clearly been taken from European Cathedrals.
The funeral services for both President Dwight D.
Eisenhower and Ronald Reagan took place here.
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Tour 4: Washington
31. Georgetown
www.georgetowndc.com
Metro: Foggy Bottom – GWU
The district of Georgetown stands in stark
contrast to the grand architecture found in the rest
of Washington. Georgetown is situated just a few
miles from the city centre, but the area is
characterised by low buildings and old town
houses, which are best enjoyed by taking a stroll
down the main street, M Street.
Georgetown Harbour is situated south of M Street,
on the bank of the Potomac River. It is a modern
but interesting mall. You can catch a boat from
here, travelling south towards Alexandria. To the
South-East, the mall overlooks the headquarters of
the Democratic Party, Watergate. It was the setting
of the 1970s’ Watergate Scandal, which eventually
led to President Nixon’s resignation.
31a. Old Stone House

M Street NW/30th Street
www.nps.gov/olst
The Old Stone House in Georgetown is thought
to be the oldest building in Washington. Built in
1765, the modest house was occupied by ordinary
people. The interior has now been restored to its
original.
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32. Marine Corps War Memorial
At Arlington towards Rosslyn
www.nps.gov/gwmp/marinecorpswarmemori
al.htm
Metro: Rosslyn
This war memorial consists of the famous bronze
statue of American troops raising the US flag on
Mount Suribachi during the Battle of Iwo Jima in
February 1945.
It honours all US marines who have died for their
country since 1775. It is one of the few locations
where the American flag flies 24 hours a day. It is,
in fact, lit-up during the night.

The figures of the statue are 10 metres (32 ft) tall,
and the flagpole is 20 metres (60 ft) long.
33. Arlington National Cemetery
Arlington
www.arlingtoncemetery.org
Metro: Arlington Cemetery
The Arlington National Cemetery was founded
during the American Civil War in the grounds of
General Robert E. Lee’s property. American war
victims have since been laid to rest in this
enormous cemetery. Amongst the sights is the
Tomb of the Unknowns, which commemorates
those who have died in American military service.
An eternal flame burns at the tomb of President
John F. Kennedy, and next to him lies his wife,
Jacqueline, whilst his brother Robert Kennedy is
buried nearby.
Visitors at Arlington Cemetery can also experience
the impressive changing of the guards, which is
carried out at regular intervals. Robert E. Lee’s
property, Arlington House, still exists. The Greek
neo-classicist building was constructed during the
period 1802-1818. When the American Civil War
broke out, Lee went to Richmond, and he was
later buried in Lexington, Virginia.
34. The Pentagon
Rotary Road N
www.defenselink.mil
Metro: Pentagon
The Pentagon is the headquarters of the United

States’ Department of Defence. It is also the
world’s largest office building with more than
25,000 employees. The pentagonal building was
partly destroyed when a passenger plane crashed
into it on 11 September 2001. The building
contains 344,300 square metres (85 acres), and
there are 28.5 kilometres (18 miles) of corridors.
The five sides of the building each measure 280
metres (892 ft).
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Please note that all photography is prohibited in
and around the Pentagon.
35. Alexandria
15 km S
www.funside.com
Metro: King Street
Visiting the old town of Alexandria feels like
stepping into the past. The first settlement was
built in this area in 1695, and during the 18th
Century they gradually developed into a town.
Large parts of the old town down towards the
Potomac River have now been restored or rebuilt
in their original style. The main street is King
Street, and local sights include the childhood home
of Robert E. Lee and the church where the funeral

ceremony for former President George
Washington was held. It is also worth visiting the
shops and restaurants at the harbour, and there is a
boat-service between Georgetown in Washington
and Alexandria, which is a beautiful experience
that brings you close to many of the city's
monuments. There is also a boat-service to Mount
Vernon.
36. Mount Vernon
3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, 20 km S
www.mountvernon.org
Metro: Huntington (from here, catch a bus)
The Mount Vernon Estate was the home of
George Washington, who was president from
1789-1797. He inherited the estate in 1761 and
lived here for many years. He even spent 434 days
of his presidency at Mount Vernon. When he died
in 1799, he was buried here. Mount Vernon was
built in the Georgian style and the elegant building
gives a great impression of a Southern plantation.
Visitors have access to the buildings, the beautiful
gardens and information about the running of the
estate.
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Day Tours from
Washington
37. Hillwood Museum and Gardens
4155 Linnean Avenue NW, 8 km/ 5 miles N
www.hillwoodmuseum.org
Metro: Van Ness – UDC
Hillwood is a beautiful mansion surrounded by
landscaped gardens. The museum has a fine
collection of art, including ceramics and works in
glass and metal. There are also some pieces from
Russia, including as several Fabergé eggs.
Hillwood Gardens were designed by Marjorie
Merriweather Post. In 1955, she began to create
the individual gardens, mostly for her own sake,
but also to please visitors of Hillwood. The
grounds now hold a rose garden, a Japanese-style
garden, a French Parterre and a single-room
Russian country retreat, a dacha, which was built
in 1969 as a place for exhibiting Russian art.
38. Anacostia Museum & Center for
African-American History & Culture
1901 Fort Place SE, 8 km/ 5 miles SE

Metro: Anacostia
The Anacostia Museum displays the history and
culture of African Americans. The exhibitions
cover a wide range of themes related to this ethnic
group, including its history of art.
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39. Baltimore
65 km/ 40 miles NE
www.baltimore.org
www.flaghouse.org
www.aqua.org
Station: Baltimore
Baltimore is the largest city in the state of
Maryland and its history is closely intertwined with
that of the Washington region. The large harbour
has since its establishment in 1729 played an
important role in the development of Baltimore.
Baltimore has a lot to offer its visitors, and the
following is only a short list of the main attractions.
Basilica of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin
Mary is the oldest Catholic Cathedral in the USA.
It was built 1806-1821.
In the Flag House (844 E Pratt Street), Mary
Pickersgill sewed the first American flag, the Star-

Spangled Banner, which came to fly over Fort
McHenry in 1814.
The old harbour area of Baltimore has been
developed into Harborplace, where the original
buildings now contain shops, restaurants and
places of entertainment. There are also several
historical ships in the harbour.
The Baltimore National Aquarium (501 E Pratt
Street) is home to numerous fish and marine
animals. The presentation is excellent, and the
place is well worth a visit. Baltimore also has
several interesting museums. There are, for
instance, art museums, a science centre and a
museum for Edgar Allan Poe, who is buried in
Baltimore Westminster Hall.
40. Gettysburg National Military Park
135 km/ 84 miles N
www.nps.gov/gett
The largest battle of the American Civil War was
fought in Gettysburg in Pennsylvania. The struggle
took place during the first three days of July 1863,
and 51,000 soldiers were killed or wounded. The
battle marked an important turn in the war, as
under the commando of Robert E. Lee the
Northern states put an end to the Southern states’
advancement northwards. Certain areas of the
battlefield are still preserved, and the cemetery
from that time also still exists.
41. Richmond
170 km/ 106 miles S

www.visit.richmond.com
Station: Richmond
In 1861, Richmond was made the capital of the
Confederate States – or the Southern States – and
Jefferson Davis was made president. The town’s
metal industry proved essential to the navy and the
army in their battle against the Union in the North.
However, in 1865 Richmond was seized by
Ulysses S. Grant.
Monument Avenue has lots of monuments that
celebrate the heroes of the Southern States of and
their battle against the north during the Civil War.
These heroes include Jefferson Davis, Robert E.
Lee and Stonewall Jackson. You can also visit the
historical ironworks, the Museum of the
Confederacy and Virgin Commonwealth
University. One of the buildings of the university
functioned as the White House of the Southern
States. Finally, it should be noted that Richmond
has some beautiful art museums, lovely parks and
a welcoming atmosphere.
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42. Shenandoah National Park
170 km/ 106 miles SV
www.nps.gov.shen

A drive through the Shenandoah National Park is
a beautiful experience. The park is situated in a
picturesque part of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The
so called Skyline Drive is especially
recommendable with its 170 kilometres (106 miles)
of fantastic views across the landscape and its
mountains, forrests and valleys.
43. Williamsburg
245 km/ 152 miles S
www.visitwilliamsburg.com
www.nps.gov/colo
Colonial Williamsburg is a historical district in
which you are immediately taken back to a 17
th
Century British colony in America.
Around 500 buildings have been restored or
reconstructed, which gives the visitor the unique
impression of having stepped into the time of
George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. This
illusion is strengthened by the use of horse-drawn
carriages and old-fashioned clothing. There are
also some workshops typical of the time of the
colonisation. Williamsburg was founded in 1699
for the purpose of becoming the new capital of
the colony. It took over from Jamestown and
remained the capital until 1780. Jamestown is
found 8 kilometres (5 miles) south of
Williamsburg. It was the first permanent British
settlement in America and dates back to 1607.
Only a church tower remains from the 17

th
Century, but the original atmosphere has been
preserved through reconstruction of a number of
the old buildings. It is also possible to see the
ships that brought colonists across the Atlantic
Ocean to America several hundred years ago.
Jamestown, Williamsburg, Yorktown and their
surrounding areas have now become the Colonial
National Historical Park. Many historical events
related to the colonisation or consequent fight for
independence took place in this area.
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