Soaring Above History at the Washington Monument 🏛️🇺🇸

#summervacay Standing tall at 169.3 meters, the Washington Monument is a striking marble obelisk that honors George Washington, the first U.S. president. Built over 36 years (1848–1884), with delays from funding issues and the Civil War, it was the tallest building in the world upon completion—and still the tallest in D.C. today due to strict height regulations. At its base, 50 U.S. flags circle the monument, symbolizing each state. Take the elevator to the observation deck for a sweeping view of the National Mall, Capitol, and Lincoln Memorial—an unmissable highlight of D.C. #washingtonmonument #dcviews #americanhistory #nationalmall #travelusa #myitinerary