Places of interests of the United States America

One should start sightseeing in America from Washington. There are many beautiful parks and gardens in Washington. It is interesting to see the famous cherry trees, the gift from Japan. They were brought to America in 1912.

The NASA museum is devoted to the USA achievements in the exploration of space.

Capitol Hill is the highest place in the city. There is a law that forbids to build houses higher than the Capitol on Capitol Hill. Pennsylvania Avenue which is used for all processions and parades runs from the Capitol to the White House.

The Lincoln Memorial and Washington Monument are the most famous ones in Washington. The Washington Monument is one of the most impressive sights in the city. It is situated in Potomac Park. It was erected to the memory of the first president of the USA in 1888. It is called "the Pencil" because it is one of the tallest stone constructions in the world and the tallest in the USA.

There are many sights in Philadelphia, for example, the National Historical Park. It preserves several sites associated with the American Revolution and the nation's founding history. In the center of the park there is Independence Hall, building where the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution were debated and adopted in the late 18th century. You can also see the Liberty Bell, which is a symbol of freedom. The sound of this Bell told the people about the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence in July 1776. You can visit the Philadelphia Museum of Art — one of the greatest art museums of the world.

One should also visit New York, the city of skyscrapers with the Statue of Liberty. A new American Immigration Museum has been opened at the base of the statue. The Metropolitan Opera House, the Madison Square Garden, the Modern Arts Museum are popular among the tourists.

The official residence and office of the President of the United States is the White House in Washington DC. It was built between 1792 and 1800 and first used by President John Adams. After the terrorists attacks in 2011 it has become more difficult to visit the White House and today tours are available only for groups of 10 or more and must be requested up to six months in advance through the member of Congress or US Ambassador.

The Denali National Park is located in Alaska and contains Mount McKinley, the highest mountain in North America.

The famous Niagara Falls are one of the most spectacular natural wonders on the North American continent. They are situated between the state of New York and the province of Ontario. Actually there are three different falls, the American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls and Horseshoe Falls. More than 14 million tourists visit it each year.

One can also go to Florida or California to enjoy the Atlantic or Pacific Ocean beaches.

QUESTIONS FOR CONTROL:

1. What do you know about lifestyle of British people?

2. How does the life of Americans differ from the life of British people?

3. What kinds of sport are well developed in the USA and Great Britain?

4. What sports are popular as amateur sports?

5. What places of interest would you like to visit in Great Britain and the USA?

6. What country attracts you more?