United States Capitol

government building in Washington
#2 in Washington / #31 in United States of America
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by Martin Falbisoner
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The United States Capitol in Washington, D.C., serves as the home of the United States Congress and the seat of the legislative branch of the U.S. federal government. It's an iconic symbol of American democracy, featuring a distinctive white dome that dominates the skyline. The Capitol building houses the Senate and the House of Representatives and contains historic rooms, such as the Rotunda and the National Statuary Hall. Its construction began in 1793, and it has undergone numerous expansions and renovations since.


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