Washington DC Cityscape (S)

Washington DC was founded in 1790 and is the capital of the USA. It's location on the east coast of North America on the northern shore of the Potomac River was chosen by President George Washington. The city is home to the nation's government and has witnessed many of history's most important political events. The city is houses many of the world's most famous museums and buildings including the White House, Watergate complex and the Washington Monument. Washington D.C. has everything for the visitor - culture, history, shopping, dining, and nightlife, the city is exciting, cosmopolitan, and very international. This 3D map of Washington DC, at a scale of 1:5000, is focused around the political hub and includes the White House.