National Geographic Traveller (UK)

A guide to the city’s best events

Home to the corridors of power and a pantheon of white-marble monuments, the US capital packs some serious cultural punch, but that’s only half of the story. Take a closer look and one of the country’s most diverse cities reveals cosmopolitan neighbourhoods, which are home to vibrant arts, food and music scenes.

Just as eclectic is the city’s calendar of events. Washington, DC is a destination for all seasons, but a visit during one of its lively celebrations

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