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Advantages:	A great city with so many beautiful things to see and do .
Disadvantages:	Can't think of one !

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Washington is my favourite American city. Well laid out, clean, with plenty of trees and open spaces. Clean air, friendly people, and on of the safest cities in the USA.
Start early in thw day, and take one of the bus tours. There are multiple drop-off points where the highlights of the City are to be found. My favourites include the following:
1.The White House and the Capitol building. Truly magnificent!
2.The Lincoln memorial and the Reflecting pool. Awesome! And the view
back to the Capitol just has to be seen from Lincoln's chair!
3.The Korean and Vietnam war memorials. Very moving and sombre!
4.The Cathedral. A little out of the City, but very English! Also with
magnificent views.
5.Museums galore, and all free entry!
6.Arlington cemetary. A must! But be prepared for long walks, or take
the bus tour. Look out for the Kennedy memorial, the eternal
flame and the changing of the guard. Also the memorials to the US
astronauts, John Wayne and other celebrities. Typically American!
These are just a few of the highspots! If you can, combine Washington with a visit to New York. The contrast is unbelievable. Washington will always be No1 on my list!!