Snapshot of Washington DC

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Politics have helped to shape Washington, but they don't define it. It's the nation's capital, and arguably one of the most powerful places in the world, yet DC is often overlooked in favor of seemingly more glamorous US cities. But scratch the ostensibly dry surface and you'll find a city far more diverse than one might think; not surprising, considering that all of the embassies and consulates... more local info

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Washington DC Neighborhoods

Adams Morgan

With its outdoor murals, funky shops and ethnic restaurants, Adams Morgan is one of Washington's most ethnically diverse and interesting neighborhoods. Its hub, at the intersection of 18th Street and... more neighborhoods

History

Native American settlements existed in current-day Washington DC for thousands of years before the area was first explored by Europeans in the early 1600s; the Potomac River, on which the city is located,... more history

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