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Washington D.C.

Author : Thomas J. Carrier

Publisher : Arcadia Publishing

Page : 132 pages

File Size : 36,1 MB

Release : 1999

Category : History

ISBN : 9780738500492

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When it was passed in 1789, the Constitution set out the boundaries not only for a new government but for a new capital city as well. At the time, the new District of Columbia covered 5,000 acres, dominated by marshland on the south, pastureland on the area that is now the Mall, farms near the White House and Capitol Hill, and undeveloped woods throughout. Covering Capitol Hill, the Mall, the Old Downtown area, the Ellipse, Lafayette Square, and Foggy Bottom, this engaging photographic history and walking tour documents how the Federal City grew from farmland to world capital. Striking images and detailed captions tell the fascinating stories behind many of the famous and the not so famous buildings and monuments that cover the D.C. landscape, from Union Station and the Capitol to the White House and the Watergate Hotel and many important sites in between.



The Unofficial Guide to Washington, D. C.

Author : Eve Zibart

Publisher : Unofficial Guides

Page : 360 pages

File Size : 29,59 MB

Release : 2014-05-13

Category : Travel

ISBN : 9781628090161

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A guide to hotels and attractions in Washington, D.C.



Not For Tourists Guide to Washington DC 2018

Author : Not For Tourists

Publisher : Simon and Schuster

Page : 761 pages

File Size : 26,40 MB

Release : 2017-11-07

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1510725229

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The Not For Tourists Guide to Washington DC is the urban manual to the city that no local, or tourist, should be without. This map-based guidebook divides the city into forty-six mapped neighborhoods. Each map is marked by NFT’s user-friendly icons, which help locate the essential services, transportation, and entertainment venues in the area. Want to know the best place to grab an alfresco cocktail? NFT has you covered. How about exploring little residential suburban pockets far away from the National Mall? We’ve got that, too. The nearest up-and-coming restaurant, farmer’s market, LGBT venue, or football game—whatever you need—NFT puts it at your fingertips. The guide also includes: • A foldout highway map • More than one hundred neighborhood maps • Coverage for nearby universities and Baltimore • Details on parks and outdoor activities • Information on the National Mall and the US Capitol It’s the main weapon in implementing our “No resident left behind!” policy.



Very Washington DC

Author : Diana Hollingsworth Gessler

Publisher : Algonquin Books

Page : 168 pages

File Size : 13,46 MB

Release : 2013-06-14

Category : Travel

ISBN : 161620298X

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A travel guide with character, this fact-filled keepsake offers all the history, beauty, charm, and culture of our nation's capital city. In eye-catching watercolors and detailed sketches, artist Diana Gessler captures the allure that makes Washington DC one of the most visited destinations in the country. In addition to the national landmarks, stirring memorials, and vibrant neighborhoods, there's the Cherry Blossom Festival, the Twilight Tattoo (a military pageant featuring the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps and the U.S. Army Drill Team), colorful row houses, famous hotels and restaurants, and more museums than you'll be able to visit in just one trip. Gessler covers the city's most popular attractions but also heads off the beaten path to share hidden gems, like the quirky Albert Einstein Memorial and Eastern Market, where you can dine on bluebucks and browse for flea market finds. Also included are an index of sites and a useful appendix of addresses, Web sites, Metro stops, and phone numbers. Very Washington DC is a picture-perfect guidebook—a one-of-a-kind memento for tourists and a cherished reminder of the city's riches for those who have always lived in America's hometown.



The Unofficial Guide to Washington, D.C.

Author : Eve Zibart

Publisher : Unofficial Guides

Page : 394 pages

File Size : 21,90 MB

Release : 2016-02-23

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1628090480

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Book Description

A guide to hotels and attractions in Washington, D.C.



Statehood for the District of Columbia

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on the District of Columbia. Subcommittee on Judiciary and Education

Publisher :

Page : 440 pages

File Size : 35,36 MB

Release : 1995

Category : Constitutional law

ISBN :

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Hello, Washington, D.C.!

Author : Candice F. Ransom

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 45,87 MB

Release : 2011

Category : Board books

ISBN : 9781402769122

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A young girl visits the Washingon D.C.'s most popular sites and ends her busy day with a gentle good night to the Jefferson Memorial.



District of Columbia Appropriations

Author : United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations

Publisher :

Page : 1288 pages

File Size : 50,35 MB

Release : 1979

Category : Washington (D.C.)

ISBN :

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DK Washington DC

Author : DK Travel

Publisher : Penguin

Page : 382 pages

File Size : 46,97 MB

Release : 2023-09-26

Category : Travel

ISBN : 0744090873

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Washington, DC delights at every turn. Wherever you go, there is a marvel of architecture to be discovered, a scenic view to be savored, or a world-famous museum to be enjoyed. And that's not to mention the lush green spaces and secret sanctuaries waiting to welcome weary travelers after a long day of sightseeing. Our updated guide brings Washington, DC to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the city's iconic buildings and neighborhoods. Whether you want to stroll beneath the cherry blossoms, visit the iconic domed Capitol, or tour the magnificent White House, DK Eyewitness Washington DC is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime. Inside DK Eyewitness Washington, you will find: - A fully-illustrated top experiences guide: our expert pick of Washington DC's must-sees and hidden gems - Accessible itineraries to make the most out of each and every day - Expert advice: honest recommendations for getting around safely, when to visit each sight, what to do before you visit, and how to save time and money - Color-coded chapters to every part of Washington DC, from Capitol Hill to Penn Quarter, The Mall to Georgetown - Practical tips: the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay in Washington DC - Detailed maps to help you navigate the region easily and confidently - Explore the culture of Washington DC: delve into Washington DC's iconic history, art, and architecture - Covers: Capitol Hill, The Mall, Penn Quarter, White House and Foggy Bottom, Georgetown, South of the Mall, Northwest, Beyond the Center, and Days Out From Washington DC Planning on touring the USA? Don't forget to check out DK Eyewitness USA for a complete comprehensive guide to the States, making the most of your trip and achieving the adventure of a lifetime. About DK Eyewitness: At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion.



Walking Washington, D.C.

Author : Barbara Saffir

Publisher : Wilderness Press

Page : 250 pages

File Size : 45,23 MB

Release : 2015-11-10

Category : Travel

ISBN : 0899977650

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Washington D.C. is every American's home away from home. Since DC is a compact city with great public transportation, it's easy to explore both its high-profile side - its magnificent monuments, world-class museums, enthralling architecture, breathtaking vistas, and unique national parks - as well as its less famous persona - its cozy hideaways, ethnic eateries, bustling dance clubs, lively theaters, shopaholic hot spots, and more.Now it's a foodies' paradise enlivened with high-tech entrepreneurs and innovative buildings in entirely new and safer neighborhoods. Now, with Walking Washington D.C by local author Barbara J. Saffir, people can get to know the communities of D.C. Each walk tells the story of a neighborhood: a snapshot of some of its history and how it has transformed over the years. Readers will be pointed to distinctive architecture, landmark buildings, popular eateries, ethnic enclaves, art and performance spaces, and natural scenery. Maps and transportation directions make it easy to find your way. Whether you're looking for an afternoon stroll or a daylong outing, grab this book and start walking Washington D.C. After a few miles or a few days, you might fall in love.