Washington Monument: Quick Facts

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The Washington Monument stands tall behind the Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C., with the U.S. Capitol building visible in the background.

Washington Monument

View looking up at the Washington Monument in Washington, DC, showing its tall, pointed structure against a blue sky with scattered clouds.

The Washington Monument stands at the center with its reflection in the long, still pool, flanked by rows of trees in Washington, D.C.

Red fireworks burst in the night sky above the Washington Monument, with the illuminated dome of the United States Capitol visible to the left.

The Washington Monument and Reflecting Pool are shown with the monument and trees reflected in the still water, under a colorful sky in Washington, D.C.

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Map of the National Mall area in Washington, D.C., highlighting major streets, metro stations, parks, government buildings, and prominent points of interest such as museums, memorials, and federal offices. Key landmarks include the Capitol, White House, Lincoln Memorial, Smithsonian museums, and the Washington Monument, with a numbered legend identifying each site.

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