The grounds are gorgeous! The walk around the historic area is relaxing and beautiful. History of George Washington ...

As spring approaches, the cherry blossoms in Washington, D.C., and its surrounding areas come into full bloom, bursting into a spectacle of pink and white that draws more than a million visitors every ...

Is this the maddest of March weekends? Peak bloom is upon us, and everything is popping with cherry blossom pink. Or Crab 5 tees. We’re in the midst of March Madness (here’s the schedules for the ...

the Jefferson Memorial and the Washington Monument. This picture was taken on Sunday, March 23, before peak bloom had even arrived: The National Park Service determines the cherry blossoms' "peak ...

Explore the best things to do in Washington, D.C. in 1 day based on recommendations from local experts. Day 1 U.S. News Insider Tip: The best time to see this monument is after dark when it's ...

Even if you're only in town for a short trip, visiting the Washington Monument and the White House – two marble symbols of the U.S. – is a must for any first-time D.C. visitor. Standing just ...

At the western end of the National Mall, the Washington Monument towers over our country’s capital. The 555-foot obelisk—a four-sided stone pillar with a pyramid-shaped top—was built to ...

WASHINGTON (Nexstar) — For years, people have only been able to gaze at the recognizable Washington Monument in the nation’s capital; repairs and renovations kept them from venturing inside.

A stone donated by Wilmington's Thalian Association in 1851 is located inside the Washington Monument. The stone, carved by James McClarahan, features a portrait of William Shakespeare and the ...