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Washington Monument

8 story sections

A prominent landmark in the Mount Vernon neighborhood, often featured in scavenger hunts and walking tours.

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Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation
  2. 2The Grand Base and Foundation
  3. 3The Inscriptions and Bronze Accents
  4. 4The Doric Column and Architectural Symbolism
  5. 5The Interior Ascent: The 227 Steps
  6. 6The Summit and The Statue
  7. 7The Surrounding Squares and The Conservancy
  8. 8Closing

What is Washington Monument?

Washington Monument is a place with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates39.2922, -76.6167
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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