In Washington DC, the capital of the United States, you can expect to find a quantifiable amount of historical sights and exciting new cultural activities. Depending on the season and time of day you visit, you will be able to find different tours and stays. It is a beautiful city and it is different from any other in the world. History If you are a history buff or just want to appreciate how the nation was formed, Washington DC is the perfect place. You can visit the Lincoln, Jefferson, and Martin Luther King Jr. memorials and appreciate the detail and structure of the buildings. Book a free tour of the United States Capitol Building and check out the original Declaration of Independence. Walk around and take a stroll past the White House. Take in all of the forty four presidents who have lived there. Remember the times and the sacrificed lives of young men and women who served their country. The Vietnam and Korean War Veterans Memorials are very touching and heart breaking. Both are