Washington Monument
Hiking Highlight
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This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: National Mall
Tips
Built to honor George Washington, the United States' first president. 555-foot marble obelisk towers over Washington, D.C. Need a ticket to go inside.
September 21, 2022
Washington DC (and actually the entire US state system) was designed by Freemasons and bears clear traits of their symbolism. The obelisk is definitely one of the important symbols of the Brotherhood. The structure can be visited, but tickets must be ordered online in advance.
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•February 19, 2022
The Washington Monument is a white marble tower with a height of 169.05 meters in the shape of an obelisk.
translated by•February 29, 2020
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