Washington Monument Our First president Remembered by K Watkins

No first president has endured the test of time like the United States first president George Washington. Every year many people come and visit the Washington Monument as a lasting tribute to our first president of the United States.

The Washington Monument stands as the most revealing landmark at the Washington mall as it sits as the centerpiece to the Washington Mall. It stands over 555 feet tall and is the tallest structure in Washington D.C. At the base of the Washington Monument is the fifty flags which represent the 50 states that make of the United States.

If you take the elevator to the top of the Washington Monument you will also be able to see the Lincoln Memorial and the White House among others. The Washington Monument was recently restored and new information center has been added. This is a popular stop for kids groups from schools to learn about the nations first president.

Tickets are free to visit the Washington Monument you just have to call to get them. For just about any visitor this is one trip that is well worth the effort and time you make to see it.

Being the first president always holds something special and being able to see his life and what he done as president just makes the trip that much better.

So, if your in Washington D.C. don't pass up a tour of the Washington Monument it's well worth it.

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About the Author:

K Watkins is a free lance writer and submits articles to us all about his travels.