Washington Monument - Washington, DC
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member bluesnote
N 38° 53.368 W 077° 02.114
18S E 323483 N 4306479
The world's tallest obelisk is dedicated to the first president of the United States and a Revolutionary War general.
Waymark Code: WMJV98
Location: District of Columbia, United States
Date Posted: 01/02/2014
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member GT.US
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You can climb all the way to the top of the 555 foot tall lookout tower over the Capitol City. It is currently closed due to renovations and repairs after the recent earthquake. The monument was completed in the 1880's and claimed the world's tallest structure, until the Eiffel Tower was built and the Washington Monument lost its tittle. It was named after President George Washington who helped defeat the British out of Colonial America. It was not until 1789 that he was inaugurated the first president on the steps of the U.S. Capitol, at the time was the New York Stock Exchange.
Park Name: Washington Monument

Historic/Cultural Park: yes

Natural Park: no

Recreation Area: no

Wildlife Refuge: no

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Park Website: [Web Link]

Type of Listing: Entrance

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Fees in Local Currency: 0.00 (listed in local currency)

Dates of Access: From: 01/01/2014 To: 12/31/2014

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Horseback Riding: no

Off-Roading: no

Swimming: no

Snorkling/Scuba: no

Boating: no

Rock Climbing: no

Fishing: no

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