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It was a perfect spring weather. I did not sleep much after landing into the capital city of the US, but thinking that I probably would not come back again so soon, I had to drag my weak body out of the room and went sightseeing.
After doing some research online, I decided to take a train alone to the city centre. This was my first sight out of the Smithsonian station. I started my self-guided walking tour from here.
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United States Capitol (white building) |
I was taking a leisure walk towards the Monument thinking that I would reach there in 10 minutes.
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But I was wrong. I got to the Monument at least half an hour later.
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It was a perfect sunny weather and the colour was beautiful. Unfortunately it only lasted for 15 minutes.
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When I was taking a picture, it suddenly started raining. Look at the clouds above.
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It was almost sunset and I thought it was impossible for me to see everything, considering that the walk is not as short as I imagined.
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World War II Memorial
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It was a bit of a struggle to find the White House as the route shown on the map was closed by police officers.
You will pass by a lot of monumental architecture along the walk. At some points I would get confused which building is which.
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White House |
This was the best view I could get of the White House. It was all gated and guarded by armed officers. Trump are you in there?
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After a long flight and a long walk today, I decided to head back to the hotel. Such a shame that I did not have enough time to get close the Capitol. Well probably next time when I have another chance to come back? :)
4 comments
The squirrel checking you out arh?
ReplyDeleteLOL it was perfect timing for me to capture this shot.
ReplyDeleteHi, can i know who help you to take photo or you use tripod ? Haha
ReplyDeleteSometimes a colleague, sometimes a friend. Most of the time it’s tripod if I’m alone
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