Washington D.C
The Capital of The United States of America
Its a great place to take your family for good fun.
Washington, DC, the U.S. capital, is a compact city on the Potomac River, bordering the states of Maryland and Virginia. It’s defined by imposing neoclassical monuments and buildings – including the iconic ones that house the federal government’s 3 branches: the Capitol, White House and Supreme Court – but also its museums and performing-arts venues such as the Kennedy Center.
The President of the USA
Barack Obama, the president of the USA, lives in the White House in Washington DC.
Interesting things to know about Washington DC
- One of the highest crime rates in America
- Founded on July 16,1790
- The population of DC is 646,449
- The football team for Washington DC is the Washington Redskins
Its hockey team is the Washington Capitals
The NBA’s Washington Wizards
The District's baseball team is the Washington Nationals
American Beauty Rose
This flower is the Capitals' official symbol
Wood Thrush
This bird is the Districts' official symbol
Scarlet Oak
This tree is the Capitals' official symbol
For More Information
if you would like to write a letter to the president or visit Washington DC there are phone numbers and addresses for you convenience
Email: president@whitehouse.gov
Location: 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, United States
Phone: (202) 272-0167