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Washington, D.C. Hotels and Visitor Information
Region: Washington
State: Washington
Population: 572000
Elevation: 390 ft
Area Code(s): 202
Information: Washington, DC Convention and Tourism Corporation 901 7th Street NW, 4th Floor, Washington, DC 20001-3719 TEL.202.789.7000 FAX 202.789.7037
Email: http://www.washington.org/index.cfm?blnNavView=True&idContentType=490&idCurrentPage=32
Web: http://www.washington.org/
Area Description:
Washington, DC is a powerful symbol not only of our nation but also of democracy and freedom. The District of Columbia's neighborhoods, people, history and culture truly embody the American Experience--from Duke Ellington to John Phillip Sousa and from the Civil War to civil rights. Only in Washington, DC can visitors be inspired by touring the magnificent Capitol Building and Washington Monument by day and be moved by taking in magical performances by the National Symphony Orchestra and world-class opera by night.
During your stay in the nation's capital, we encourage you to discover Washington, DC as more than just a tourist. Become a part of the American Experience. Marvel at the Lincoln Memorial. Show your children the Star-Spangled Banner. Stop in at Eastern Market, an amazing European-style gathering of food vendors and artisans. Explore Jacqueline Kennedy's Washington through a city-wide celebration and discover how her love of the arts and the city transformed Washington.
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