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Washington Monument
2 15th Street North West, Washington 20001 Route Planner
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The Washington Monument is the capital's most remarkable monument, and the world's tallest freestanding stone structure. Inaugurated in 1888, after nearly four decades of construction, this austere white marble obelisk rises from a knoll in the middle of the Mall. It pays homage to the man who was "first in the hearts of his countrymen," and as an indelible symbol for the city that bears his name. Impressive view from the top.

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    Salamander Washington DC
    MICHELIN Guide Very good 8.3
    756 m - 1330 Maryland Avenue Southwest, Washington, D.C. DC 20024
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    JW Marriott Washington, DC
    Very good 8.3
    833 m - 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington, D.C. DC 20004
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    Willard InterContinental Washington, an IHG Hotel
    MICHELIN Guide Suberb 9
    838 m - 1401 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington, D.C. DC 20004

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