The Washington Monument is a 169-meter obelisk in Washington D.C. which was built to commemorate George Washington, the first president of the United States.

The Washington Monument is the world’s tallest obelisk and is made of marble, granite, and bluestone gneiss. It is located on the National Mall, granting spectacular views of the National Mall, including the Lincoln Memorial, the White House, and the United States Capitol Building. From the top, viewers enjoy 30 to 40 miles visibility in clear weather.