The White House (Washington DC)

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    What was once known as the "President's Palace", "Presidential Mansion", or "President's House" was built between 1792 and 1800. Its design was partly inspired by the Irish house of parliament called the Leinster House. There are two stories on how it got its present name: from the white paint that was applied during its rebuilding after the British burned down Washington DC during the War of 1812, or from the Washingtons' White House Plantation in Virginia. All American presidents have stayed at the White House except George Washington.

    Nikon D40 (US International Visitors' Program, August 2008)

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    1. dprasad_001 52 months ago | reply

      such people wanted to peace of global leval.. i do it this position...
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    2. JJWEBB 50 months ago | reply

      This is a lovely picture it looks so peaceful and warm I wish i lived there!

    3. Israel ANY 48 months ago | reply

      Yea, it's a very nice area

    4. johnnyb1954 48 months ago | reply

      Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Australian Pictorials, and we'd love to have this added to the group!

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