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> All inclusive cheap holidays uncovered > WASHINGTON
The city of Washington, nominated for the American city best suited for strolling, is a destination full of cultural treasures, from different neighborhoods and wonderful parks and gardens. Enjoy for you to move into the energy of historic sites, trendy restaurants, an energizing nightlife and shopping attractive. Washington, DC: The city of power, chosen as the capital of the United States in 1790 by George Washington - first President. The city of Washington is very famous for its icons as the White House: the house's most famous city, which hosted U.S. presidents for 200 years. And the National Mall, which serves as "Parc de America" and it spans 3.6 kilometers from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial. Including numerous monuments, buildings, memorials and museums, the National Mall is the place where it exercises its democratic rights and when we reflect on the history of the United States. Guided tours on foot or by bicycle - some at night - offer ways to explore the monuments and memorials and buildings one can know more about their stories. There are several Smithsonian museums. The Smithsonian Institution is a museum complex and research the world's largest, with 14 museums and galleries and the National Zoo all free. Begin by stopping at tourist information center at the Smithsonian Castle to plan your visit. Choose one or two museums per visit and reserve others for future visits to the city. Do not miss the Air and Space Museum aves its original aircraft, the National Museum of Natural History where you can admire the famous "Hope Diamond", or taste a little piece of "Americana" in the National Museum of American History. There are also new museums such as paying the Newseum (museum of the history of journalism and media), the International Spy Museum, Madame Tussaud's and the National Museum of Crime and Punishment. Capitol Hill : Historic district with a mix of national retailers and renowned specialty stores in Union Station and the streets around the Capitol. Or take the metro to Eastern Market Station and join with residents has one of the most vibrant open-air markets where vendors of crafts meet every weekend at Eastern Market. Georgetown : Your first stop for shopping: the trendy and historic houses national retailers and international renowned as Abercrombie & Fitch, Zara and Kate Spade, and independent boutiques, specialty stores and the Georgetown Park Mall. Downtown : Washington downtown has undergone a total change in the years past, you can shop in great stores like Macy's, Zara and H & M, near the National Mall. Frendship Heights : For upscale shopping, take the red subway line to Friendship Heights and you can buy designer clothes in designer stores including Prada, Tiffany and Jimmy Choo at The Collection at Chevy Chase, or head to the Mazza Gallerie to shop in department stores like Bloomingdale's and Neiman Marcus. And if you prefer a mall or outlets, there is the choice : Fashion Center at Pentagon City with its 200 retail stores, located just minutes south of the city and accessible by subway. Tysons Corner Center, recognized as one of the largest malls in the United States. The center is located about 27 km west of the city and includes nearly 300 stores and restaurants (shuttle bus service available on weekends). Leesburg Corner Premium Outlets, near Dulles International Airport, to do good business in more than 100 factory shops before returning home. Arundel Mills, near the airport Baltimore / Washington International, also knows its customers attempting with dozens of retailers charging prices competitive. Local leaders like the famous chefs in the world serving innovative cuisine in restaurants from Washington, DC, making it one of the most attractive cities in the United States for restaurants. From Capitol Hill to Georgetown, through Dupont Circle and U Street, you will find extraordinary culinary sites comfortable cafes, international flavors and places to see celebrities. |
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