United States Capitol
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Peter Haargaard
Shoot with care
The Capitol is a prominent government building with security protocols. Make sure to check the rules and regulations regarding photography, and be respectful of any restricted areas.
About this spot
The United States Capitol, often called The Capitol or the Capitol Building, is the seat of the United States Congress, the legislative branch of the federal government. It is located on Capitol Hill at the eastern end of the National Mall in Washington, D.C.The Capitol campus consists of the U.S. Capitol building and visitor center, principal congressional office buildings, Library of Congress buildings, Supreme Court buildings, U.S. Botanic Garden and 570 acres of grounds.
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https://www.aoc.gov/explore-capitol-campus/buildings-grounds/capitol-building
