Washington, D.C. | History, Map, Population, & Facts | Britannica
6 天之前 · Washington, D.C., capital of the United States, coextensive with the District of Columbia, located on the northern shore of the Potomac River. Often referred to simply as D.C., the city is an international metropolis, a picturesque tourist destination, and an unmatched treasury of the country’s history and artifacts.
Washington, D.C. - Wikipedia
Washington, D.C., formally the District of Columbia and commonly known as Washington or D.C., is the capital city and federal district of the United States. The city is on the Potomac River, across from Virginia, and shares land borders with Maryland to its north and east.
Washington, D.C. - Capital, Founding, Monumental | Britannica
5 天之前 · Washington, D.C. - Capital, Founding, Monumental: Washington was established as the capital of the United States as the result of a compromise following seven years of negotiation by members of the U.S. Congress as they tried to define the concept of a “federal enclave.”
What Is the Capital of the USA? - WorldAtlas
2019年7月16日 · The capital city of the United States of America is Washington, D.C., and can be referred to formally as the District of Columbia or more informally as D.C. or Washington. In 2017, the city had a population of 6,131,977 and an approximate size of 68.34 square miles.
Washington, D.C. - HISTORY
2010年6月18日 · Washington, D.C., is the capital city of the United States, located between Virginia and Maryland on the north bank of the Potomac River. The city is home to all three branches of the federal...
United States Capitol - Wikipedia
The United States Capitol, often called the Capitol or the Capitol Building, is the seat of the United States Congress, the legislative branch of the federal government. It is located on Capitol Hill at the eastern end of the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
The History of Washington, DC
Founded on July 16, 1790, Washington, DC is unique among American cities because it was established by the Constitution of the United States to serve as the nation’s capital. You can read the actual line at the National Archives.
What is the Capital of the United States of America? | Mappr
The United States Capitol is the home of the United States Congress and the seat of the legislative branch of the U.S. federal government. The Capitol has been the meeting place for the U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate for over two centuries.
United States Capitol | Architecture, History, United States ...
3 天之前 · United States Capitol, meeting place of the United States Congress and one of the most familiar landmarks in Washington, D.C. Possibly the most culturally and historically important building in the United States, it has been home to Congress since 1800.
Washington, D.C. | The capital of The United States of America
Washington D.C. (the District of Columbia) is the capital of the United States of America. Situated on the Potomac River, this vibrant city is home to a population of over 700,000 people. It serves as the seat of the federal government and is filled with monuments, memorials, and museums that highlight the nation’s history and culture.