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Jennifer Magana
"Established in 1927, the US National Arboretum is a sprawling 446-acre gem filled with unique collections of plants.
Highlights include the National Bonsai and Penjing Museum, where a dwarf Japanese white pine dating back to 1625 is on display, a survivor of the Hiroshima bombing. Also, find the sandstone columns from the US Capitol building.
Located northeast of the city, it’s a peaceful retreat, where visitors can see plants from across the country in curated collections like the Azalea and Asian Valley Gardens. One highlight is the National Herb Garden, the largest in the US, featuring herbs and medicinal plants.
The Arboretum is free to enter and open daily 8am to 5pm, but some collections are best to see in spring and fall."
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Luka Geets
"This is such a beautiful park, with a nest of bald eagles and a live stream to watch the babies grow up during nesting season! Adorable to watch when you're bored during your internship ;)"
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