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The Thomas Jefferson Memorial is modeled after the Pantheon, a nod to the statesman's passion for Roman democracy.

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Pictured: Lincoln Memorial

The Lincoln Memorial seemingly rises from the snow on a winter day in DC.

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Pictured: Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

Visitors to the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial will pass through the Mountain of Despair, a massive boulder. - Photo by Johnny Bivera

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Pictured: Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

From within the symbolic struggle, the Stone of Hope emerges from the Mountain of Despair into the open plaza at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial. - Photo by Johnny Bivera

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Pictured: Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

The Stone of Hope features a 30-foot sculpture of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Pictured: Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument and U.S. Capitol at night

Signature landmarks on the National Mall: the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument and U.S. Capitol, all bathed in twilight. - Photo by Jake McGuire

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Pictured: FDR Memorial

The Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial depicts the impact of a single president in four outdoor "rooms," one for each of his four terms.

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Pictured: Entrance to FDR Memorial

The entrance to the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial near the Tidal Basin invites visitors to explore the legacy of the 32nd president.

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Pictured: Fala the dog at FDR Memorial

The only presidential pet to be immortalized in a national monument, Fala the Scottish Terrier sits loyally (in stone) at the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial.

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Pictured: Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Fala at the FDR Memorial

The FDR Memorial on the Tidal Basin recalls the axiom "If you want a friend in Washington, get a dog."

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Pictured: Wall at FDR Memorial

The Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial is comprised of a series of stone sculptures and water features.

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Pictured: Jefferson Memorial

The Thomas Jefferson Memorial is modeled after the Pantheon, a nod to the statesman's passion for Roman democracy.

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Pictured: Jefferson Memorial through the cherry blossoms

During the annual National Cherry Blossom Festival, the city appears to be dressed in pink.

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Pictured: Theodore Roosevelt Island National Memorial

A passionate outdoorsman, President Theodore Roosevelt inspired an unusual memorial: an 8-acre island in the Potomac with nature trails, fountain and a statue. The island's entrance is closest to Rosslyn Metro station.

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Pictured: Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Once controversial, the reflective surface of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial wall allows visitors to see themselves in the names of more than 58,000 service men and women killed and missing during the war. - Photo by Michael Kleinberg

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Pictured: Women in Military Service for America Memorial

Approximately 200,000 people visit the Women in Military Service for America Memorial at the entrance to Arlington National Cemetery.

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Pictured: Women in Military Service for America Memorial

At the Women in Military Service for America Memorial is a searchable electronic registry of more than 500,000 female veterans.

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Pictured: U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial-Iwo Jima Memorial

The U.S. Marine Corps Memorial depicts the flag raising at Iwo Jima in 1945. The memorial is dedicated to Marines who have fought to defend the U.S. since 1775.

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Pictured: U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial-Iwo Jima Memorial

A detail of the figures depicted on the U.S. Marine Corps Memorial in Arlington, Va., raising a 60-foot flag pole on Iwo Jima in 1945.

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Pictured: U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial-Iwo Jima Memorial

Illuminated after dusk, the United States Marine Corps War Memorial depicts the flag raising at Iwo Jima in 1945. The memorial is dedicated to Marines who have fought to defend the U.S. since 1775.

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Pictured: Korean War Veterans Memorial

Southeast of the Lincoln Memorial, the Korean War Veterans Memorial commemorates servicemen and women.

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Pictured: Korean War Veterans Memorial

The Korean War Veterans Memorial features 19 statues of servicemen representing the Army, Navy, Marines and Air Force.

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Pictured: Korean War Veterans Memorial

Each of the 19 figures depicted in the Korean War Veterans Memorial were designed by Frank Gaylord, and cast in stainless steel weighing 1,000 pounds each.

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Pictured: National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial

The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial is inscribed with the names of all officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

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Pictured: National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial

The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial is dedicated to policemen and woman who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

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Pictured: National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial

A steadfast and brave lion keeps watch over the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial, dedicated to those who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

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Pictured: Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool on the National Mall

The Reflecting Pool in front of the Lincoln Memorial on the National Mall provides a doubling vista, and a cooling station for geese.

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Pictured: Washington Monument

Constructed between 1848 and 1884, the Washington Monument is an elegant exclamation point on the National Mall. The obelisk is closed for repairs until 2014.

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Pictured: National World War II Memorial

The first national memorial to America's "Greatest Generation" was dedicated in 2004 to the 16 million who served, including 400,000 who died in service. The National World War II Memorial is open 24 hours a day.

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Pictured: National World War II Memorial on the National Mall

The National World War II Memorial on the National Mall was the first national memorial dedicated to America's "Greatest Generation" -- the 16 million who served, including 400,000 who died in service.

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Pictured: National World War II Memorial

The Rainbow Pool at the National World War II Memorial is surrounded by 56 pillars, one for each state and territory from that period.

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Pictured: National World War II Memorial at night

The National World War II Memorial is open 24 hours a day. National Park Service rangers off free tours hourly between 10 a.m and 11 p.m. Independently run Monuments by Moonlight tours are also popular.

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Pictured: The Tidal Basin

A manmade reservoir, the Tidal Basin is studded with signature sights, including the Washington Monument, Jefferson Memorial and cherry blossom trees.

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Pictured: The iconic National Mall view from across the Memorial Bridge

One of the most iconic shots in all of DC, it's not hard to take advantage of this photo op yourself. It was taken from across the Memorial Bridge.

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Pictured: Tidal Basin paddleboats

Get a new view of the city's monuments and memorials with a paddleboat rental. Take one out on the Tidal Basin for a unique perspective on the Jefferson Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial and, in the spring, the cherry blossoms.

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Pictured: Lincoln Memorial statue

The seated Abraham Lincoln at the Lincoln Memorial is 19 feet high and weighs 175 tons. - Photo by Destination DC

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Pictured: African American Civil War Memorial

The African American Civil War Memorial on U Street commemorates the more than 200,000 black soldiers who fought during the Civil War. - Photo by Carole Kolker

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Pictured: Washington Monument

DC's most recognizable monument, the Washington Monument, stands at the top of the National Mall. A host of visitors, school groups, joggers and locals live in its shadow every day.

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Pictured: Winter at the Lincoln Memorial

A snowy day in Washington creates a postcard-perfect scene against the winter whites of the city's iconic monuments and memorials.

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Pictured: Arlington National Cemetery

Arlington National Cemetery - Photo by Jennuine Captures

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Pictured: Iwo Jima Memorial (USMC War Memorial)

Iwo Jima Memorial (USMC War Memorial)

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Pictured: Pentagon Memorial

Pentagon Memorial - Photo by Destination DC

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Pictured: United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

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Pictured: Washington Monument

Washington Monument

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Pictured: U.S. Navy Memorial

U.S. Navy Memorial

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Pictured: Aerial view of the Washington Monument

Aerial view of the Washington Monument - Photo by Jason Hawkes

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Pictured: Aerial view of the Lincoln Memorial

Aerial view of the Lincoln Memorial - Photo by Jason Hawkes

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Pictured: Vietnam Women's Memorial

Vietnam Women's Memorial

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Pictured: Korean War Veterans Memorial

Korean War Veterans Memorial

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Pictured: Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial

Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial - Photo by Johnny Bivera

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Pictured: Martin Luther King, Jr. National Memorial at night

Nighttime is a popular time to see Washington’s monuments and memorials. The white stones gleam against the dark sky, and visitors can take advantage of the relative quiet to contemplate lessons of history and leadership. - Photo by Johnny Bivera

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Pictured: Jefferson Memorial

Jefferson Memorial

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Pictured: Jefferson Memorial in spring

Jefferson Memorial in spring

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Pictured: National World War II Memorial

National World War II Memorial

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Pictured: Washington Monument in Spring

The cherry blossoms have become as symbolic to DC as its monuments and memorials. Here, the Washington Monument is cascaded with blossoms in the spring. - Photo by Destination DC

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Pictured: Arlington National Cemetery

Arlington National Cemetery is a resting place for those that have served our country. Upon your visit, you can view the John F. Kennedy Eternal Flame, an inspiring memorial that burns brightly at the gravesite of the former president.

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