"Weekends in Washington" Washington D.C. by vivalasteph

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Our nation's capitol is both famous and infamous, being the seat of our democracy for more than 200 years, with many scandals, protests, and wrongdoing along the way.

But enough about what's wrong with this city. We hear that ad nauseum from the media. This city has so many wonderful things to offer visitors, which I would like to share.

I've been to Washington several times, from high school daytrips, to a protest during college in 1981, and on long weekends to see art exhibitions.

The city's museums are endless and amazing, and most are free to the public. Washington has gone through many changes over the years, and is now a clean and vibrant city, with much to do and see.

It is often overlooked as a destination for tourists, because of its government association, I think, but will rival any city for its museums, nightlife, theater, and beauty.

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  • JetlagCity's Profile Photo
    Dec 17, 2004 at 1:18 PM

    Your tip on the East wing of the Nat'l Gallery of Art brought back some great memories for me in vivid detail! Nice travelogues, too.

  • Radiomom's Profile Photo
    Sep 25, 2004 at 7:20 AM

    I've lived here so long it's good to get a tip on where to send people to stay near Dupont Circle. GREAT location!

  • caffeine_induced78's Profile Photo
    Jun 29, 2004 at 8:54 PM

    I would love to visit and see some works by Klee and Kandinsky. A trip is in the works! Very helpful page.

  • smyturn's Profile Photo
    Jun 22, 2004 at 7:14 PM

    Great job on an amazing place. Haven't been in awhile but now it seems to close and too interesting to stay away. Thanks.

  • Anchovy56's Profile Photo
    Jun 18, 2004 at 1:50 PM

    Ah, the gateway to over-sexed, ambitious interns....

  • Dumpymotel's Profile Photo
    Jun 10, 2004 at 3:27 PM

    I really.. really hate protests...

  • littlesam1's Profile Photo
    Jun 4, 2004 at 9:42 AM

    Great page. I love the Korean War Memorial also. I think its almost haunting in appearance. Lets see now you like the Korean War Memorial and you came to protest Regans policies. No wonder I like you so much.

  • BerniShand's Profile Photo
    May 21, 2004 at 12:54 PM

    fantastic page, l want to see it all, have pencilled in the USA for 2006.........

  • zrim's Profile Photo
    Apr 28, 2004 at 12:42 PM

    You have a deft touch when describing DC. I'm always a little bit in awe when I'm around the monuments and the capitol building.

  • Pawtuxet's Profile Photo
    Apr 28, 2004 at 11:39 AM

    Love your page. Love DC.

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