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National Mall
Washington D.C., United States
240
min visit
This iconic 2-mile landscaped corridor stretches from the Capitol Building to the Lincoln Memorial, anchoring Washington D.C.'s cultural heart with world-class Smithsonian museums flanking both sides. The grassy expanse is dotted with iconic monuments and memorials that tell America's story, from the Washington Monument piercing the sky to intimate tributes to fallen heroes. Whether you're strolling between museums or sitting on the grass watching the sunset over the Lincoln Memorial, the National Mall offers a deeply moving journey through American history.
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