Culture of Washington DC. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces



Important advantages of Washington include its great inns and hotels, so it is quite easy to find a suitable place among the available establishments. Near the White House, on Pennsylvania …
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If you are going to buy souvenirs in local stores, be sure to check whether they have the inscription "made in China". Many "American" souvenirs, such as busts of Barack Obama or Donald …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Washington DC and surroundings
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Cathedrals and basilicas near Washington DC
♥ National Shrine of St. John Paul II, Washington, 5.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Ukrainian National Shrine of the Holy Family, Washington, 5.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Cathedral of St. Thomas More, Arlington, 6.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Monastery of Mount St. Sepulchre, Washington, 6.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Shrine of St. Alphonsus Liguori, Baltimore, 57.2 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Baltimore, 57.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Former St. Peter the Apostle Church, Baltimore, 57.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ National Shrine of St. John Paul II, Washington, 5.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ Ukrainian National Shrine of the Holy Family, Washington, 5.7 km from the center. On the map


♥ Cathedral of St. Thomas More, Arlington, 6.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Monastery of Mount St. Sepulchre, Washington, 6.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ National Shrine of St. Alphonsus Liguori, Baltimore, 57.2 km from the center. On the map


♥ Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Baltimore, 57.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Former St. Peter the Apostle Church, Baltimore, 57.5 km from the center. On the map


Unique spots in Washington DC and near
Baltimore City Hall
From the series “Famous Buildings of Renaissance Architecture”
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Distance from Washington DC center - 57.4 km.
In 1974 they made up a decision to rebuild this historical city hall and modernize its rooms for administrative needs. For reconstruction were spent about 10 million American dollars. After the reconstruction, there was a city administration as well as the town court. Today a historical building is known as a place of several famous crimes. The last much-publicized crime was in April 1976. …
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Union Station
From the series “Top 14 Most Astonishing Railway Stations in the World”
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Distance from Washington DC center - 2.7 km.
Another outstanding peculiarity of the Union Station is the charming inner yard. In warm seasons it is full of blooming roses. The old fountains, decorated with mosaics, have also saved in the yard. The Union Station is the central station of the city. Every day it has about 60 000 passengers. …
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Thailand Relaxes Its COVID-19 Policy
New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide.
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29.01.2023
New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide.

29.01.2023
Photogallery of cultural heritage of Washington DC
Landmarks of culture on Washington DC map: art-galleries, monuments, palaces, etc

