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Facts: The District of Columbia, which is the same as the city of Washington, is the capital of the United States. "D.C." is an abbreviation for the District of Columbia Some of the more famous sites include the White House, Capitol buildings, Washington Monument, Jefferson Memorial, Smithsonian and Lincoln Memorial. Population: 2004 city population - 553,523. Area: City - 179 sq km (69 sq mi). |
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District of Columbia's
history began in 1790 when Congress directed selection of a new capital
site, 100 sq mi, along the Potomac River. The District of Columbia has a
typical of the mid-Atlantic weather with four distinct seasons. Summer
tends to be hot and winter cold. There are many museums to visits, parks,
and government buildings. In April, The Cherry Blossom festival is a must
to see.
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Washington, D.C. is the capital city of the United States of America. "D.C." is an abbreviation for the District of Columbia, the federal district coextensive with the city of Washington. The city is named after George Washington, military leader of the American Revolution and the first President of the United States.
The District of Columbia and the city of Washington are coextensive and are governed by a single municipal For most practical purposes, they are considered to be the same entity, though this was not always the case. As late as 1871, when Georgetown ceased to be a separate city, there were multiple jurisdictions within the District. Although there is a municipal government and a mayor, Congress has the supreme authority over the city and district, which results in citizens having less self-governance than residents of the states. In addition to lacking full self-governance, the residents of the District also lack full congressional representation.
The centers of all three branches of the U.S. federal government are in the District. It also serves as the headquarters for the , the International Monetary Fund, and the Organization of American States, and other national and international institutions. Washington is the frequent location of large political demonstrations and particularly on the National Mall. Washington is the site of numerous national landmarks, monuments, and museums, and is a popular destination for
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