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Spring in Washington, DC is full of awe-inspiring experiences.

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Pictured: Jefferson Memorial through the cherry blossoms

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Pictured: Trinidad and Tobago celebrate spring's Passport DC. Click the photo to learn more.

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Pictured: Washington Monument above the cherry blossoms

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Pictured: Passport DC Vietnamese dancers

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Pictured: Passport DC on Embassy Row

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Pictured: Bike the Sites under the cherry blossoms

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Pictured: The National Cherry Blossom Parade

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Pictured: Japanese Performance Art during the National Cherry Blossom Festival

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Pictured: Spring has sprung: Cherry Blossoms in bloom in DC

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Spring break vacations in Washington, DC are inspiring – with cherry blossoms blooming, great outdoors activities along the National Mall, and festivals celebrating international cultures.

***The cherry blossoms are reaching peak bloom! The blooming period can last up to 14 days, depending on weather conditions. Check back for updates. ***

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The National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade is one of DC’s most popular events, drawing 100,000 spectators from around the world each spring. Filled marching bands, floats and balloons, it is a springtime celebration in itself!

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Pictured: Passport DC Bolivian dancers

Passport DC packs the month of May with free, family-friendly performances, such as these traditional Bolivian dancers, on stages around the city. - Photo by Walter Woodward

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Pictured: Passport DC Embassy of Rwanda

Embassy open houses dot the weekends of May during Passport DC, a family-friendly celebration of DC's international history and culture. - Photo by Don Tanguilig

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Pictured: Passport DC Vietnamese dancers

Each spring, Passport DC packs the month of May with free, family-friendly performances, such as these traditional Vietnamese dancers, on stages around the city. - Photo by Asia Heritage Foundation

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Pictured: Japanese Pagoda at Tidal Basin

This 17th century stone statue was a given to the city of Washington, DC by the Mayor of Yokohama in 1957. Its annual lighting ceremony is central to the National Cherry Blossom Festival.

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Pictured: Jefferson Memorial through the cherry blossoms

The Jefferson Memorial peeks through the cherry blossoms, Washington DC's springtime signature.

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Pictured: The National Cherry Blossom Festival's Blossom Kite Festival in Washington, DC

Up, up and away: Kites dance in spring breezes at the Blossom Kite Festival, part of the National Cherry Blossom Festival in DC.

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Pictured: Visitors walk under pink cherry-blossom clouds

Visitors to the Tidal Basin walk beneath pink "clouds" during the National Cherry Blossom Festival.

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Pictured: Washington Monument through the Japanese Stone Lantern

The Washington Monument soars above the blossoming cherry trees that ring the Tidal Basin in springtime.

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Pictured: Bike the Sites under the cherry blossoms

Washington, DC is a city in bloom during the spring's National Cherry Blossom Festival. A bike tour around the Tidal Basin is a great option to experience the blossoms.

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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: Southwest marina

DC's southwest quadrant is home to a marina for private boaters as well as tours from Spirit and Odyssey Cruises. In addition, the area features great seafood restaurants, a fish market and Arena Stage.

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Pictured: Dining al fresco in Barracks Row

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Pictured: Washington Nationals, NL East Champions

The Washington Nationals celebrated their first division championship in 2012. Ignite your "Natitude" with a game at Nationals Park! - Photo by Washington Nationals

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Pictured: Fireworks at Nationals Park

Select Washington Nationals' games feature fireworks, which light up the DC sky and excite the home crowd. - Photo by Washington Nationals

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Pictured: The National Cherry Blossom Parade

The National Cherry Blossom Festival Parade is one of DC’s most popular events, drawing 100,000 spectators from around the world each spring. Filled marching bands, floats and balloons, it is a springtime celebration in itself!

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Pictured: The Washington Monument & Cherry Blossoms

The cherry blossoms have become as symbolic to DC as its monuments and memorials. In 2012, the National Cherry Blossom Festival celebrated the 100-year anniversary of the gift of the cherry trees with a five-week extravaganza.

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Pictured: Spring has sprung: Cherry Blossoms in bloom in DC

Although it is hard to pinpoint exactly when the famous cherry blossoms will bloom in DC each spring, the National Park Service closely monitors the bud development of the trees for predictions.

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Pictured: Springtime in DC

Spring in Washington, DC is full of awe-inspiring experiences.

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Pictured: Passport DC at the Embassy of Korea

The Embassy of the Republic of Korea, known as the Korus House, is located on Massachusetts Avenue in Northwest DC. It is one of more than 40 embassies participating in the Around the World Embassy Tour. - Photo by Walter Woodward

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Pictured: Passport DC

Passport DC annually offers the Around the World Embassy Tour, which allows visitors to explore more than 40 embassies in the District. The tour lets visitors experience international art, film, dance, food and music.

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Pictured: Passport DC at the Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt

The Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt is located on International Court in Northwest DC, an area that features numerous foreign embassies. Visitors can sample foreign cultures throughout Passport DC, including food and drink.

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Pictured: Passport DC at the Embassy of the Plurinational State of Bolivia

The Embassy of the Plurinational State of Bolivia can be found on Massachusetts Avenue in Northwest DC. The avenue features more than 15 embassies that will be included on the Around the World Embassy Tour. - Photo by Walter Woodward

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Pictured: Passport DC at the Embassy of Ireland

The Embassy of Ireland is shown here in "Shortcut to Europe: E.U. Embassies' Open House." This event allows visitors to experience the culture of 28 nations in the European Union, with embassies open for touring.

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Pictured: Passport DC at the Embassy of Nepal

The Embassy of Nepal is located on 34th Place in Northwest DC, and is a participant in the Around the World Embassy Tour. Participating countries display music, dance, art and more.

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