What buildings are around the Capitol?
While the Capitol is the central feature of the complex, other parts of the Capitol Complex include the:
- House of Representatives Office Buildings.
- Senate Office Buildings.
- United States Courts Buildings.
- Library of Congress Buildings.
- Parks.
- United States Botanic Garden.
- Capitol Power Plant.
- Capitol Visitor Center.
What 3 buildings are on Capitol Hill?
Capitol Hill’s landmarks include not only the United States Capitol, but also the Senate and House office buildings, the Supreme Court building, the Library of Congress, the Marine Barracks, the Washington Navy Yard, and Congressional Cemetery.
Where in DC is the Capitol building?
The United States Capitol Building is located in Washington, D.C., at the eastern end of the National Mall on a plateau 88 feet above the level of the Potomac River, commanding a westward view across the U.S. Capitol Reflecting Pool to the Washington Monument 1.4 miles away and the Lincoln Memorial 2.2 miles away.
Is the United States Capitol a federal building?
The United States Capitol, often called The Capitol or the Capitol Building, is the meeting place of the United States Congress and the seat of the legislative branch of the U.S. federal government….
| United States Capitol | |
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| Architect | William Thornton, designer (see Architect of the Capitol) |
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Why is Capitol Hill famous?
The U.S. Capitol was built atop Jenkins’ Hill, now often referred to as “Capitol Hill,” in 1793. Since then many additional buildings have been constructed around this site to serve Congress and the Supreme Court.
Is the White House the same as the Capitol building?
The White House is located at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C., the capital of the United States. The Washington Monument, the Capitol Building, the Jefferson Memorial, the Pentagon, and the Lincoln Memorial are also in the Washington, D.C. area.