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1. Tidal Basin

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by mcsc-squared

Great being there with all the trees in bloom, seeing Jefferson Memorial and walking up to Martin Luthier King memorial.

2. Potomac River

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Upper Northwest

by TERRAvelista

... unlike other parts of the world where major rivers are so polluted or with lots of garbage floating in the water.

3. C & O Canal

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Upper Northwest

Abundant wildlife - turtles, ducks, hawks, frogs - in the canal on one side, and the majestic Potomac on the other.

4. Capitol Reflecting Pool

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It’s a great part of the capital.

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