Download or read book National Geographic Walking Washington D C 2nd Edition written by NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC. and published by National Geographic Walking Guide. This book was released on 2021-02-23 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the best of Washington, D.C. with this handy guide, through 13 itineraries with step-by-step maps to help you explore its lively, eclectic neighborhoods. In a practical pocket format, the guide was written by an expert travel writer and enriched by the best images. The simple fact that Washington, D.C., is the capital of the United States makes it a powerful and attractive destination. Added to this is the opportunity to see dozens of commemorative monuments and museums, most of which can be visited for free. Washington, D.C., has a variety of historic neighborhoods, and a culinary scene that is gaining international acclaim.
Download or read book Walking Washington D C written by Barbara J. Saffir and published by Wilderness Press. This book was released on 2015-09-21 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Washington D.C. is every American's home away from home. Since DC is a compact city with great public transportation, it's easy to explore both its high-profile side - its magnificent monuments, world-class museums, enthralling architecture, breathtaking vistas, and unique national parks - as well as its less famous persona - its cozy hideaways, ethnic eateries, bustling dance clubs, lively theaters, shopaholic hot spots, and more.Now it's a foodies' paradise enlivened with high-tech entrepreneurs and innovative buildings in entirely new and safer neighborhoods. Now, with Walking Washington D.C by local author Barbara J. Saffir, people can get to know the communities of D.C. Each walk tells the story of a neighborhood: a snapshot of some of its history and how it has transformed over the years. Readers will be pointed to distinctive architecture, landmark buildings, popular eateries, ethnic enclaves, art and performance spaces, and natural scenery. Maps and transportation directions make it easy to find your way. Whether you're looking for an afternoon stroll or a daylong outing, grab this book and start walking Washington D.C. After a few miles or a few days, you might fall in love.
Download or read book Walking Washington D C The Best of the City written by AA.VV. and published by Edizioni WhiteStar. This book was released on 2022-09-13T00:00:00+02:00 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These handy, take-along walking guides--filled with essential maps, inspirational photos, and insider tips--showcase the world's great cities in a practical, streamlined, itinerary-driven format. Discover the best of Washington, D.C. with this handy guide, through 13 itineraries with step-by-step maps to help you explore its lively, eclectic neighborhoods. In a practical pocket format, the guide was written by an expert travel writer and enriched by the best images. The simple fact that Washington, D.C., is the capital of the United States makes it a powerful and attractive destination. Added to this is the opportunity to see dozens of commemorative monuments and museums, most of which can be visited for free. Washington, D.C., has a variety of historic neighborhoods, and a culinary scene that is gaining international acclaim.
Download or read book Washington D C written by Thomas J. Carrier and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 1999 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When it was passed in 1789, the Constitution set out the boundaries not only for a new government but for a new capital city as well. At the time, the new District of Columbia covered 5,000 acres, dominated by marshland on the south, pastureland on the area that is now the Mall, farms near the White House and Capitol Hill, and undeveloped woods throughout. Covering Capitol Hill, the Mall, the Old Downtown area, the Ellipse, Lafayette Square, and Foggy Bottom, this engaging photographic history and walking tour documents how the Federal City grew from farmland to world capital. Striking images and detailed captions tell the fascinating stories behind many of the famous and the not so famous buildings and monuments that cover the D.C. landscape, from Union Station and the Capitol to the White House and the Watergate Hotel and many important sites in between.
Download or read book National Geographic Walking Amsterdam 2nd Edition written by NATIONAL. and published by National Geographic. This book was released on 2021-08-24 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The west belt of concentric canals--with its brick buildings and cobbled streets--is the best distinguishing feature of the capital of the Netherlands, one of the liveliest cities in the world. Amsterdam offers an exciting cultural scene that you can tour with this comprehensive guide's 13 walking and driving tours: See the paintings of the Dutch Masters on display in the renovated Rijksmuseum and the exclusive Van Gogh Museum. Amble through the largest historical district in Europe, full of cafes facing the canals and bizarre boutiques. Take a trip back in time through the narrow streets of celebrated Jordaan, full of art galleries, antique shops, gardens, and charming bars and restaurants. And don't miss visiting Prinsengracht house, where Anne Frank hid for two years. Finally, plan a few hours to get lost in the largest flea market in Europe, IJ-hallen. Find all this and more in this beautifully illustrated and easy-to-navigate guide to one of the greatest cities in Europe.
Download or read book City Walks Washington D C written by China Williams and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book National Geographic Traveler Washington D C written by John Milliken Thompson and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2008 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Highlights the history, culture, and comtemporary life of the city and offers detailed walking tours of historic areas and complete visitor information.
Download or read book Walking Berlin written by Paul Sullivan and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "There's no better way to experience a city than by walking its vibrant and eclectic neighborhoods. [This] offers fifteen ... mapped itineraries that allow you to explore like a pro and navigate like a local"--Publisher's description.
Download or read book National Geographic Walking Istanbul written by Tristan Rutherford and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2016 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fifteen step-by-step itineraries for exploring Istanbul, plus streamlined tours for seeing the city in a day, in a weekend, for history lovers, with kids, and more.
Download or read book National Geographic Walking Milan written by Fabrizia Villa and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2016 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: See the best of Milan with this streamlined walking guide, complete with step-by-step itineraries and maps to help you explore the city like a pro and navigate like a local. Written by a seasoned travel writer and enhanced with stunning photography, this guide conjures the spirit of Milan in a handy, take-along format. More than just a guidebook, 'Walking Milan' is full of information about the city and its people. --Publisher's webiste.
Download or read book Secret Washington D C written by Sharon Pendana and published by Editions Jonglez. This book was released on 2015 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Darth Vader grotesque on a church, a giant chair, the longest escalator in the western hemisphere, a faithful replica of the Holy Land for those who cannot make the pilgrimage to Jerusalem, a fence forged from War of 1812 muskets, a yet uncracked cryptographic sculpture ... Far from the crowds and the usual clichés, Washington D.C. is a reserve of well-concealed treasures only revealed to those who know how to wander off the beaten track, whether residents or visitors. An indispensable guide for those who thought they knew Washington D.C. well, or who would like to discover the hidden face of the city.
Download or read book Historic Washington DC written by Lori Wysong and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2021-08-15 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Landmarks are the Touchstones of the Meandering Traveler From the sites where American democracy was born, to unique archive collections, art galleries, and architectural must-sees in the middle of this bustling city, Washington, DC is home to 75 National Historic Landmarks. Tour the Capital City and travel back in time to discover the unique stories of its history. Carefully curated by a local historian, Historic Washington, DC: A Tour of the District’s Top 50 National Landmarks is the essential guide to the most memorable historic sites in our nation’s capital. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a local visitor, or a tourist, there is something for everyone in this guide to Washington, DC’s past.
Download or read book National Geographic the Civil War written by National Geographic and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2016 with total page 514 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Published in association with the Blue & Gray Education Society.
Download or read book National Geographic Walking Guide London 3rd Edition written by Sara Calian and published by National Geographic. This book was released on 2020 with total page 197 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents fifteen step-by-step itineraries for exploring London, plus streamlined tours for seeing the city in a day, in a weekend, for fun, and with children.
Download or read book Washington D C Trivia Fact Book written by Frank J. Finamore and published by Gramercy. This book was released on 2001 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Covering every aspect of Washington, D.C. from history to monuments, the presidents, politics, events, and much more, this book is a fascinating look at the seat of international power and one of the world's most popular tourist spots. Included is a four-color photo insert highlighting some of the city's most famous buildings that are covered in the text.
Download or read book National Geographic Walking New York 2nd Edition written by Katherine Cancila and published by National Geographic Walking Gu. This book was released on 2016-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: See the best of New York with this streamlined, itinerary-driven guide, created in a handy, take-along format.
Download or read book Frommer s Easyguide to Washington D C 2020 written by Meredith Pratt and published by Frommermedia. This book was released on 2019-10-15 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Frommer's EasyGuides contain punchy, concise prose by our expert local journalists, which gives readers all they need to know to plan the perfect vacation. This includes reviews for travel venues in all price ranges, as well as information on culture and history that will enhance any trip.
