The Jefferson Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument – let’s face it, Washington, DC’s famous monuments and memorials are why you’re here. Explore the National Mall and plan your trip to the nation’s capital today. In this guide, I’ll walk you through 11 must-see monuments and memorials in DC. Whether you’re a history buff, a lover of architecture, or simply wanting to check iconic spots off your bucket list, these memorials belong on your itinerary. Search more than 41 million veterans from every U.S. conflict using USAA's new national monument and see if your family member is included. See our list (and map) of the best Washington DC monuments, including both heavy-hitters like the Lincoln Memorial and lesser-known gems. Discover the most iconic and lesser-known memorials in Washington DC. From the Lincoln Memorial to hidden gems, explore the city's rich history and cultural heritage. This post is an overview with links to further resources of our list of the 25 top monuments and memorials you must see in Washington DC. "To the immortal memory of Washington.." A timeline shows how the plans to memorialize America's first president were realized over more than half a century. The Washington Monument and other memorials honoring U.S. presidents are some of the most-visited landmarks in Washington. The Lincoln Memorial lies west of the Washington Monument, on land reclaimed from the Potomac River at the far western end of the Mall ’s Reflecting Pool. Monuments and memorials on the National Register of Historic Places in Washington, D.C. (1 C, 36 P) Memorials in Washington DC An interactive map of commemorative works in the nation's capital About the Map | Tell Us What You Think
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