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10 Most Interesting Facts about Washington DC
Washington DC is a very fascinating city which is steeped in history and home to federal government. This strategically important city of USA has the most interesting facts. Knowing the city better is to take the tryst to its facts that reveals what Washington DC is all about and makes it the capital of most powerful country.
Washington DC came into being on July 16th 1970 and has the honor of being the first designed and well planned city of USA.
The credit of designing this city goes to Major Pierre Charles L' Enfant.
In 1971 the city was not only designed but was also declared the permanent capital of USA by the then President George Washington.
The birth and existence of the city is all due to George Washington who also gave its name to this city.
The main motto of the city is “Justice For All” or “Justitia Omnibus”
The date 29th March 1961 has gone down in the annals of history, a time when the people of Washington DC were granted right to vote in presidential elections. The city has also witnessed the harsh realities when on 11th September 2001 it was put on red alert a tragedy which left indelible terror in the minds of Americans. It was the time when The World Trade Center and the Pentagon Towers fell prey to terrorist attacks and were destroyed. |
Washington DC is also famous for its attractions and landmarks. The historic district Capitol Hill has Supreme Court, Union Station, Library Of Congress and United States Capital.
Another famous place 'The Federal Triangle' includes The White House, FBI Building, Ford's Theater, Lincoln Museum, and National Archives.
The fact that Washington DC is the headquarter of IMF, World Bank and the Organization of American States along with one hundred and seventy two offices of the foreign embassies makes the city strategically important in all respects.
