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The capital of the US is laced with American history, and is home to truly inspirational monuments and great museums.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

In Albany’s beautiful plaza, find the New York State capital center, as well as fountains, parks, shops, museums and even a world-class art collection.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

Check out Nebraska’s capital city, its oldest town and its largest city, as well as a landscape entwined with the Lewis and Clarke story in the state’s eastern region.

Washington’s famous strip is teeming with American history in each and every monument and museum that you’ll see.

Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.

Perched atop Albany’s State Street hill, this ornate building has served as the seat of New York State government since the 19th century. 

With its mission of being universally interesting, this museum is popular for learning and being inspirational. Visit it in a building that has history itself.

From an African safari wilderness and fun-filled water parks to street festivals and ancient artefacts, San Antonio caters for all the family.

This enormous art deco installation gives free regular water and light shows symbolizing the power and might of Lake Michigan.

In Albany’s beautiful plaza, find the New York State capital center, as well as fountains, parks, shops, museums and even a world-class art collection.

A warm tribute to one of the US’s earliest and greatest presidents, modelled on Ancient Rome’s Pantheon.

Walk amid some of the finest redwood scenery on the planet and then visit a waterfall via this natural path. 

Pay tribute to fallen heroes at a thought-provoking monument to those who lost their lives during the three- year Korean War.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

See some of the world’s greatest performing arts events in one of the most culturally rich cities on the planet in this large architecturally impressive complex.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

Pay tribute to fallen heroes at a thought-provoking monument to those who lost their lives during the three- year Korean War.