The statue of the famous raising of the flag on Mt Suribachi, Iwo Jima, is walking distance from Arlington Cemetery and Rosslyn Metro. Go on Saturday and speak to Marine veteran Gordon F Ward, who fought and was injured on Iwo Jima, and now volunteers his time on Saturdays to speak to tourists and school groups about Marine history. There is also a great view back down the National Mall, with the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and Capitol Building all in a line.

Arlington VA, near the George Washington Memorial Parkway.

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A 19th-century canal and towpath that runs west from Rock Creek between M St and the Potomac River, and parallels the river 185 miles to the mountain town of Cumberland, Maryland.

Four locks lift the water level through Georgetown; a "living history" canal boat drawn by two mules carries passengers between spring and autumn through a lock or two for about a mile upstream, then back. A lot of folks just watch the locking operation and walk along the towpath.

It's a wonderful and pastoral contrast to the shopping and nightlife of Georgetown, itself an 18th-century town that was absorbed into Washington DC.

The boat is found between Thomas Jefferson Place and 30th St NW; www.nps.gov/choh/

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I spent a wonderful afternoon just walking around the parks looking at all the different memorials - from the better known president memorials (Lincoln/Jefferson) to memorials commemorating wars (the Korean War Memorial is breathtaking) and a very cuddly looking statue of Einstein. It's a great way to spend an afternoon. All are very close together and it's all free.

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The central part of the American politcal system is in Washington and a visit to Washington gives you a great insight into the political system of America. There is a great deal of history in the city as well, including beautiful memorial buildings to previous political leaders. These buildings are amazing and a must see, with fountains and green plants to add to the beauty. Moreover the city provides the traveller with a real feel of the USA.

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For a standback view of the whole city, cross the Potomac river and climb the hill at the national military cemetery. On the way you can pay your respects at JFK���s memorial.

Tel: 1-703 695 3250/ 1-703 979 0690; Arlington Cemetery Metro; Open: 8am-7pm daily Apr-Sept, 8am-5pm daily Oct-Mar; Admission: free; www.arlingtoncemetery.net/

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There are many different worlds in Washington. If you want to see politicians you can sit in the pretty gardens on Capitol Hill - but if you want to linger over an excellent cup of coffee and watch the city’s students, writers, slackers while away their own time, head for the Adams Morgan district and seek out Tryst, on 18th Street and Columbia Ave.

2459 18th Street, NW, between Columbia & Belmont Roads; Tel: 1-202 232 5500; Dupont Circle Metro, then 42 bus or Woodley Park-Zoo/ Adams Morgan Metro, then 90, 92, 93, bus; www.trystdc.com:81/

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