National Mall
The National Mall is an integral part of Washington, which is a sprawling strip in the historic center of the city. On both sides of the alley there are important architectural objects, including museums, various monuments, as well as memorials. The National Mall stretches from east to west, starting from the U.S. Capitol and ending at the Lincoln Memorial.
The total area of the National Alley is 125 hectares, and its length is at least 3 km. This area is very famous and popular among tourists. About 20 million travelers from all over the world visit it every year. In terms of the number of visitors, the alley can be ranked 3rd among all famous attractions in the United States.
The foundation of the National Mall in the United States was laid by French architect Pierre Charles Lanfan, who was invited to this country to develop projects for streets and neighborhoods. The architect's task was to give the streets of Washington the design of Paris streets. The plan was not implemented very successfully, and the famous alley was initially used as a market square, as well as an exhibition place for various types of exotic pets.
The future of the National Mall in the United States was decided in 1901 at a special Congress, which was represented by experts led by Senator James McMillan. It was at that time that the project was presented, according to which a greening program for the area was implemented in the future, as well as various national sites, including architectural monuments, were built.
The modern Mall is a wonderful urban area, where there are many manicured lawns, ponds, flanked by numerous American elms. The alley accommodates a whole collection of various nationally important monuments and museums, as well as a magnificent botanical garden, galleries, institutes and other important objects. There are memorials of such important people in the history of the United States as Lincoln, Einstein, Roosevelt and many others.
The National Mall of the USA plays an important role in the life not only of Washington, but of its vast country. Usually, people gather in this place during the next inauguration of the President of the country. Various protest rallies often take place along the alley. On the territory of the Mall, you can meet world stars who often give concerts here.
Traditionally, a book festival is held on the National Alley, usually a fireworks display is launched in honor of the country's Independence, and various concerts are given here, including military, symphonic, jazz and many others.
If you don't know where to start sightseeing in Washington, then go to the National Mall – you won't lose.
