Washington, DC

Washington, DC, the city on the East Coast, was founded in 1791. It was named after the first American President George Washington (1792-99). In 1800 Washington, DC became the capital of the USA. Today the population of Washington, DC is over 3,4 million. Washington, DC is the seat of the US Government. All organs of power are situated in the capital city.

Washington's government buildings include the White House and the Capitol. The White House, the official home of the US President, was constructed in 1792-1829. The Capitol is the building where the US Congress meets.

In Washington, DC there is no industry. Washington, DC is a political, administrative, cultural and educational centre of the country. There are several universities in the capital. The Congress library is located here. There are museums and galleries in Washington, DC. The National Gallery of Art, a large museum of painting, sculpture and other art is situated in the capital. It is supported by the US government. The National Museum of the USA is also situated in Washington, DC.

Washington, DC is the centre of political life.