Top Tourist Attractions in Washington D.C

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Attractions

The main reason that The District of Columbia was set as the nation’s capital was so that the federal government would not be located in any single state. It is located on the Potomac River between Maryland and Virginia. Commissioned by George Washington, Pierre Charles L ‘Enfant designed the city it is an open and spacious City that where the most important Avenue of Pennsylvania which connects two iconic buildings is located. It connects the White House and the Capital building. Here are some of the important sites in Washington D.C.

The White House

It was originally built by James Hoban in 1972 and has been the official home of every president with the exception of George Washington. The free White House Visitor which has interesting exhibits about the presidents families is located just a short distance from the White House, it shows the videos, furniture, historical changes and the model of residence of every president. One of the most breathtaking buildings ‘Greek Revival Treasury Building in 1971 which became the Executive Office Building in 1871 is located next to the white house. Also, the Ellipse which holds the summer concerts by US army is also located there.

The Lincoln Memorial

It is the most loved memorial which is separated from the Washington Memorial by the Reflecting pool contains a statue of President Abraham Lincoln which is surrounded by 36 columns to represent the states at his time. It was designed by Daniel Chester French and the inside murals painted by Jules Guerin, it was Martin Luther King delivered his famous speech ‘I have a dream, which made history

United States Capitol and Capitol Hill

The Capitol is the seat of the House of Senate and Representative and it is recognized as the Symbol of United States. It stands high above all Washington buildings and has grown to a place where the presidents take their oaths. There is also an underground passage that leads from the Capitol to world’s largest library the Library of Congress.

National Air and Space Museum

It has a collection of history making air and spacecraft, Charles Lindbergh’s Spirit of St. Louis, Wright Brothers Flyer, the first plane solo across the Atlantic Ocean and the recent flight of Apollo 11 Command module and other exhibits are found here. Also, the Albert Einstein planetarium where you can examine Lunar Craters and other astronomical features through telescopes is located there.

National Gallery of Art

It is one of the most premier art museums that is connected by a tunnel for it is housed in two separate buildings. It has a diverse collection of European and American sculpture, paintings and decorative arts and also the temporary exhibitions which show different arts from all cultures. It also has other art museums connected to it like the Freer Gallery of Art which has Asian arts, Buddhists sculptures, and Persian manuscripts also the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery houses, Hirschhorn Museum, and sculpture, National museum of African Art are located there.

The 10 Best Bars in Washington DC

Posted on By Earl Peck
Watering Holes

Washington D.C. has always been known to love its booze. This is the precise reason for there being an abundant number of bars here. Right from the upper areas of Northwest D.C till down to Southeast D.C, there are multiple pubs, lounges and drinking joints.

You may be a resident of the place or may be just a visitor. No matter what, it always helps to know where to drink. It will help you get the best out of your drinking experience if you know exactly where to go for what. To help you out, here is a list of some of Washington D.C’s most popular and historic drinking joints. You may have heard of some of them and there may be some places that you have simply overlooked. Let’s go!

  • Penn Social D.C – This watering hole comprises of 2 full floors. There are three bars and a variety of more than 30 types of draft beers. It also has multiple board, a 22 feet HD projector screen etc. So it essentially has something for everyone.
  • Smoke and Barrell – This place is a must visit for all whiskey and barbecue lovers. They also have a solid list of beers. Their BBQ Nachos are to die for!
  • The P.O.V Rooftop Lounge and Terrace – This place falls on this list only because of the fantastic view that it offers.
  • Biergarten Haus – This watering hole boasts of a terrific beer garden with plenty of flags, sturdy benches and wooden stools surrounding barrel tables for drinking and dining.
  • Chez Billy – This is a gorgeous French Bistro with a fantastic covered backyard patio with a bar boasting of 8 taps.
  • DC9 – This place is best suited for a concert venue. However it has a rooftop deck with a decent view and the drinks are reasonably priced. This is just your bar next door.
  • Red Derby – This place has an amazing interior decor inspired by the Victorian era. It is known for its sea food and is also a good place for people watching.
  • Cafe Saint-Ex – This is a place that gets crowded really fast. If you want to enjoy a nice outdoor meal and look at what Northwest 14th Street has become, you could do that. If you want to sit inside and drink at the upstairs bar, you can do that as well.
  • Nellie’s Bar – It is D.C.’s first gay sports bar. This place may not be for everybody, it definitely welcomes everybody. Its main attraction is its rooftop deck. Their days are normally packed with events like Karaoke Tuesdays and Smart Ass Trivia Night every Wednesday.
  • Marvin – This is a unique blend of D.C. and the Western European monarchy. It has an extensive menu and the food is really good. It gets crowded on weekends and the line to enter extends to the end of the road but yes it is well worth the wait.

Cheers!

Poor House DC, really!

Posted on By Earl Peck
Long Term Care

This site is devoted to all this Washington DC and what is not more DC than a little politics Ted Kennedy style.  Back in 2009 before he died

Kennedy was really pushing an add on to the Health Care Reform Bill, or

AKA Obama Care, that would provide long term care benefits for all Americans.  Sounds good right?  In the land of unicorns, ice-cream and fluffy bunnies where all things that sound good get added to buy votes, this is exactly what this bill was designed to do.  The Health Care Bill was a tough sell and was NOT coming in deficit neutral scored by the CBO.  What Kennedy did in attempt to save the bill was create and insurance revenue stream inside of Obama Care AND use the premiums to pay NOT for Long Term Care, but the bill’s bloated cost.

Hook, line and sinker… he got it added on, manipulated the America voters and the law was passed.  However, the Class Act was not actuarially sound by a long shot as just sick people would join so the slick politicians ripped out the LTC plan a couple years later after the health care bill had passed in the depths of the night on New Year’s freaking eve when no one was watching.

This was a classic attempt to pretend to solve a complex problem by manipulation of the voter.  Most voters are not sophisticated enough or care enough to follow complex litigation and the politicians know it.  So pour it on DC, we the tax payer are your bitch and you have us tied up in the closet with gimp-balls jammed in our mouth… I now need a drink,

I’m glad I know where the top bars are in DC.

Obamas Next Home in Washington DC

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News

After living in the White House, you cannot believe that the president Barrack Obama and his family, Michelle, Malia and Sasha will be relocating to their next home in Kalorama neighborhood in Washington Dc, their house is said to be 8,200 square foot

This mansion is said to have nine baths and nine bathrooms and was constructed in 1928. According to Ghosts of DC website it was sold to Joe Lockhart who was once the press secretary who currently owns the property at $5.3 million. The initial listing of the house was $50,000.

Their decision to consider D.C as their next dream home is because they want their daughter Sasha to complete her high school there in 2018, they will relocate after the president’s term is over. They intend to rent the place says, the New York Times. Zillow approximates the monthly rent to be about $22,000.

For sure it is a breathtaking home that everyone would desire to stay in. It is luxurious with spacious rooms featuring hardwood floors, gardens and terrace and a special apartment that might just work well  Marian Robinson who lives with them in state house; she is Michelle’s mother.

The gorgeous white colored kitchen is just irresistible, this is because of its enlarged white and gray marble table/sink. The gated courtyard is sufficed to meet the president’s numerous cars some of which belong to his secret men.

This house shares a neighborhood with Bill and Hillary Clinton alongside with distinguished countries’ embassies.

Ever heard of Capt. Charles Hamilton Maddox? Well, he was the man who tested the radio equipment used in the Navy’s aircraft. He once owned this gorgeous house and his daughter Muriel appeared with Marion Brando in 1950s ‘The Men’ and also was an author of romance novels.

Quick visitor guide for Washington D.C travel

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D.C Guide

This visitor guide offers some awesome tips on things in our amazing city of Washington. To start with, it is important you read quick reviews on Yelp or any other sites to get a better impression of hotels, nightclubs, and venues before you actually visit them. 

Things to do in Washington

Washington is a huge city with many attractions. When deciding on what to do in Washington it is helpful to first define the scope of your trip and decide on what your expectations are, and then go from there. Naturally the prerequisite for any newcomer to Washington is to visit the National Mall which is lined with museums, monuments, the US capitol building, and the White House (where the American president lives while in office). The Mall is particularly beautiful in the spring time when all of the cherry trees are in bloom. Another great time to visit is during the Independence Day festivities on the 4th of July; on this day the city sky is lit by fireworks at nightfall.

Washington shopping

The Washington shopping experience depends on what district you choose to visit. The Chevy Chase shopping district is an upscale area with many boutiques and high and stores like Gucci, verse IT, and Sax. You’ll also find a number of spas in this district. The Georgetown district is known for more moderately priced to those still high scale stores. If you’re searching for touristy items to remember your trip by you can find them throughout the entire city of Washington, though there is a high concentration of tourist shops located near the national Mall. Another great place to buy tourist items is in the Smithsonian Museum shop.

Car parking – car hire in Washington

Car parking in Washington can be a little crazy due to the huge amount of people in this city although it is available if you can pay for it. As an alternative, it is quite easy to hail a taxi. Modern taxi apps such as Uber are an even better and safer option for international tourists visiting Washington DC. Some tourists may think about hiring a self-drive car. But keep in mind that bonafide Washington residents take years before they can feel comfortable driving on these roads. There is little chance that a visitor might be able to do so in a week or so.

Washington hotel – Washington restaurant

Finding a Washington hotel depends upon your budget, and there are no real bargains to be had. Washington is a city full of politicians and business people who can spend the big money on fancy hotel rooms. There are a number of lower-priced motels, although these are not nearly as numerous as the upscale international hotel chains that can be found throughout the city. The gamut of Washington restaurants is astonishing and pretty much has everything from around the globe. Generally you’ll find bargains in small casual restaurants, and pay a hefty premium to eat at restaurants frequented by politicians and their staff. In Washington price is no indication of food quality, so ask around and find where the locals like to eat in order to get the best meal.