Washington Monument
워싱턴 D.C.
obelisk on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Washington Monument1:28
Welcome, curious minds. We stand now before the geographic and symbolic epicenter of Washington, D.C.: the majestic Washington Monument. …
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As we approach the immediate vicinity of the monument, observe the perfectly circular plaza that anchors the massive obelisk to the earth. Surrounding the base, snapping crisply in the wind, are fifty American flags. …
Listen in the app3The Masonry Stratification: A Tale of Two Stones1:25
I urge you now to step back and cast your gaze roughly one-third of the way up the obelisk, specifically to the 152-foot mark. If you analyze the coloration of the marble, you will detect a distinct, unmistakable shift in the hue…
Listen in the app4The Egyptian Architectural Inspiration1:19
Let us turn our analytical focus to the shape of the monument itself. Why did a burgeoning democratic republic choose the architectural language of the ancient pharaohs to honor its founding father? …
Listen in the app5The Interior Commemorative Stones1:22
Though we stand outside, it is vital to understand the internal anatomy of this structure. The Washington Monument is hollow, housing an elevator and a stairwell consisting of 897 steps. …
Listen in the app6The Observation Deck and Pinnacle1:20
For those visitors who secure a coveted ticket—a modest sum of a dollar and fifty cents—the reward is a rapid elevator ascent to the observation deck located at the 500-foot level. This is the only presidential monument that…
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As we walk to the western face, looking toward the reflecting pool, we must address the monument's vulnerability and resilience. Despite its massive appearance, this unreinforced stone structure has faced severe tectonic threats. …
Listen in the app8Closing1:10
As we conclude our examination of the Washington Monument, take a final moment to observe how the pale marble interacts with the shifting light of the sky. We have traced its turbulent history, from the bankruptcies and wars that…
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What is Washington Monument?
Washington Monument is a place in 워싱턴 D.C. with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 워싱턴 D.C. |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 10 min 44 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 38.8895, -77.0352 |
| Last updated |
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