Washington D.C. is more than just the Capital city of the United States of America, it is also home to some of the most famous monuments and landmarks in the world. Of course, the main draw for many people to the city is the world famed White House, which is home to the president of the United States.
This, along with other renowned landmarks, such as The Washington Monument, Lafayette Square, and The Lincoln Memorial all makes for a city steeped in a rich history of politics, law, and civilization.
The Washington Monument is the world’s tallest obelisk, with a height of 169 metres (555 feet). It was built to honour the first U.S. president George Washington, having been completed in 1884.

