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Washington, D.C., formally the District of Columbia and commonly called Washington or D.C., is the capital city and federal district of the United States. The city is on the Potomac River , across from Virginia , and shares land borders with Maryland to its north and east.
3 days ago · Washington, D.C., capital of the United States, coextensive with the District of Columbia, located on the northern shore of the Potomac River. Often referred to simply as D.C., the city is an international metropolis, a picturesque tourist destination, and an unmatched treasury of the country’s history and artifacts.
The United States Capitol in Washington, D.C., is a symbol of the American people and our government and the meeting place of the nation's legislature, the U.S. Congress. The Capitol is a working office building, but it is also the place where visitors from around the United States and the world come to learn about American democracy.
2 days ago · United States Capitol, meeting place of the United States Congress and one of the most familiar landmarks in Washington, D.C. Possibly the most culturally and historically important building in the United States, it has been home to Congress since 1800. The following year Thomas Jefferson became the first president to be sworn in on its steps.
United States Capitol. Coordinates: 38°53′23″N77°00′32″W38.88972°N 77.00889°W. This article is about the building. For the group of buildings, see United States Capitol Complex. For the capital city, see Washington, D.C.
