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With its world-famous attractions and thriving government life, Washington DC is an historical city full of classic sights and ripe for exploration. In addition to being home to the White House, Capitol and the Washington Monument, the city is made up of several unique neighborhoods and diverse communities each with their own cultural life and personality. As the capital city of the United States, the city has become a thriving business and government center, and is also home to several world-renown parks, rivers and waterways.

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Washington DC was first established as a federal capital in Article One of the United States Constitution, and became the federal district of the United States in 1788. The permanent location of the capital to be build on the Potomac River took place in 1790, and the area was then officially organized into the District of Columbia in 1801. The city's political climate drives much of the day-to-day activities in DC as we know it today, and it continues to serve as the epicenter for city and national governments, as well as the finance and business industries.

Key points of interest and attractions around the city include the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the National Children's Museum and the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on Capitol Hill. Visitors to Washington DC can also take a tour of the White House, visit the Library of Congress or explore the International Spy Museum. DC is home to a thriving nightlife, shopping scene and arts district for those who want to break away from the usual tourist activities. Travelers can head out to historic trails such as Capital Crescent Trail, explore Great Falls National Park, or visit the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, one of the area's notable natural attractions.

The District of Columbia government organization is responsible for overseeing many of the city's events, residential developments, business developments and commercial planning. The organization is comprised of city officials, board members and the mayor who meet regularly to make sure Washington DC continues to grow and thrive.