Intro to Washington
In 1790 Congress chose an area donated by Maryland as the seat of their new government. In 1800, they moved to the new city, named after the first president George Washington.
Today, Washington is more than just the political center of the United States. The city offers visitors a large number of impressive museums, memorials and monuments such as the 555-foot-tall Washington Monument.
Intro to Washington
In 1790 Congress chose an area donated by Maryland as the seat of their new government. In 1800, they moved to the new city, named after the first president George Washington.
Today, Washington is more than just the political center of the United States. The city offers visitors a large number of impressive museums, memorials and monuments such as the 555-foot-tall Washington Monument.
Washington Facts
Country:United States of America
District:Columbia
Currency:US Dollar (USD)
Language:English
Population
city: 689,545 (2020)
metro: 5,582,170 (2010)
Timezone:Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Sights & Attractions in Washington
