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Washington DC's Monuments and Memorials Loop Walk

This loop walk offers a serene and reflective experience. Starting at the White House, you pass through the National Mall, observing landmarks such as the Washington Monument, World War II Memorial, and the Lincoln Memorial before circling the Tidal Basin to see memorials honoring Jefferson, Roosevelt, and Martin Luther King, Jr. The journey concludes at the U.S. Capitol, providing a powerful glimpse into the nation's history and the three branches of government along the way. #Walking #Loop #City #Lake #Nature

  • Distance: 11.5 mi
  • Elevation gain: 627 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 157 ft
  • Elevation loss: 630 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 0 ft
  • Moving time: 3 h 24 m
  • Moving speed: 3.4 mph
  • Maximum speed: 10.7 mph
  • Total time: 3 h 30 m
  • Global speed: 3.3 mph

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  • Distance: 11.5 mi
  • Elevation gain: 627 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 157 ft
  • Elevation loss: 630 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 0 ft
  • Moving time: 3 h 24 m
  • Moving speed: 3.4 mph
  • Maximum speed: 10.7 mph
  • Total time: 3 h 30 m
  • Global speed: 3.3 mph

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Gear up for your next adventure:

🥤Water Filter Bottle - All‑in‑one filter bottle for safe hydration
🔋Solar Power Banks - Keep your GPS and phone charged in remote wilderness areas
🥄Camping Utensil Set - Lightweight utensils for outdoor meals
🧥Men's Rain Shells - Premium waterproof and breathable jackets for mountain weather
📷Action Cameras - Rugged cameras to document your journeys across rugged terrain

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